What are the Causes and Risks Associated with Falls?

This session focuses on causes and risk factors associated with falls among people with MS. After this session, you should be able to:

• Understand the frequency of falls among people with MS
• Describe the risk factors that can contribute to falls in people with MS
• Understand the impact of falls on people with MS

1. Download the participant handout and review the activity: Snapshot of Your Home and Effect of MS on Balance.
2. Watch the Causes and Risks lesson.
3. To optimize the benefits from this program, we encourage you to participate in the Building Better Balance Exercise Program at least 3-4 times per week.