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IDD, CP Adults Experience Falls Years Earlier, Study Shows

5/28/2026

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Researchers analyzed 35.8 million 2019 ED visits and found adults with IDD or CP fall earlier than peers.
IDD adults hit the 7.3 % fall-visit rate by ages 42-45, a level that non-disabled adults only reach at 62-65.
CP adults reach comparable fall rates between ages 34-41.
Authors including Teal W. Benevides, PhD, urge screening at 34-45 and early PT/home-safety, with results in Annals of Family Medicine and a May 27 2026 podcast.

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Story summary

Researchers analyzed 35.8 million 2019 ED visits and found adults with IDD or CP fall earlier than peers.
IDD adults hit the 7.3 % fall-visit rate by ages 42-45, a level that non-disabled adults only reach at 62-65.
CP adults reach comparable fall rates between ages 34-41.
Authors including Teal W. Benevides, PhD, urge screening at 34-45 and early PT/home-safety, with results in Annals of Family Medicine and a May 27 2026 podcast.