Accidental falls are the leading cause of death among older adults in the United States. One third of all adults aged 65 and older report falling each year. Elders living in institutions have 3 times the chance of falling compared to those living in their homes. Accidental falls are also very common in children of all ages. Young children learning to walk and toddlers are at greater risk of accidental falls resulting in possible cranio-cerebral injury. Practical implications for fall-prevention programs such as balance-training programs or mobility aids to reduce restrictions on lateral stepping movements can reduce accidental falls. This book presents research findings on the causes, preventions and interventions that impact fall risk.

Sets the framework for the development of Nanoscale Fabrication of Biomedical Devices Discusses several classes of implantable devices to replace or sustain many parts of the body Introduces the application of nanobiology to cardiovascular diseases to human biology This comprehensive book reviews recent accomplishments in the field of nanobiology and introduces the application of nanoscale matrices to human biology. It focuses on the applications of nanotechnology and nanofabrication to biomedical devices and discusses new physical methods for cell isolation and manipulation, as well as intercellular communication at the molecular level. This volume also reviews the application of nanobiology to cardiovascular diseases, to oncology, to transplantation and related disciplines.