Dear Editor,Every day, tens of thousands of older Americans fall. These falls often lead to prolonged pain, broken bones, hospitalizations, and even death. They also significantly increase the financial strain on our healthcare system, with estimated costs totaling $100 billion a year by 2030, according to the CDC.Fortunately, falls can be prevented, and Congress can help expand seniors’ access to the preventative care they need.Recently, All Star Physical Therapy in Hemet welcomed staff from Congressman Raul Ruiz’s office to discuss legislation that, if passed, would enhance preventive care and streamline patient access to physical and occupational therapy. To help keep older Americans on their feet and improve patient outcomes, the bipartisan Stopping Addiction and Fall
