As the population continues to get older, and government officials debate rising healthcare costs especially among this population, predicting and preventing injuries and improving overall health for the elderly will be a priority. According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries for people 65 years and older; in fact 1/3 of all those 65 or older fall each year. Of those falls one out of ten results in serious injury or death. Locally managed and operated, Kentucky Orthopedic Rehab Team (KORT) is an outpatient physical and occupational therapy and sports medicine practice. KORT therapists work with patients to make sure they understand their condition, and give patients the tools they need to recover quickly and prevent further injury. With more than 20 years experience in the Physical Therapy Industry, KORT operates over 35 clinics throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana, with more board-certified specialists than any other physical therapy provider in Kentucky. For more information visit www.kort.com
