Falls, Frailty & Functional Recovery Simulation

Training Overview

Falls, Frailty & Functional Recovery Simulation is a comprehensive, simulation-based training program designed for geriatricians, physiatrists, emergency physicians, rehabilitation specialists, orthopedic teams, ICU clinicians, nurses, and trainees seeking expertise in fall prevention, frailty assessment, and post-acute functional recovery management. This two-day course integrates structured theoretical sessions with high-fidelity simulation scenarios, emphasizing rapid risk identification, evidence-based stabilization, mobility optimization, and interdisciplinary decision-making in frailty-related clinical emergencies.

The program begins with foundational modules on frailty physiology, sarcopenia mechanisms, geriatric trauma pathways, fall-risk stratification, cognitive–functional interactions, and early detection of instability in vulnerable patients. Participants explore essential principles including gait evaluation, mobility scoring systems, delirium screening, medication–frailty interactions, and targeted interventions for fall-related complications.

Hands-on simulation sessions allow participants to manage complete geriatric and rehabilitation-focused scenarios using high-fidelity simulators and functional assessment tools. Under expert guidance, attendees practice acute fall evaluation, post-fall trauma protocols, frailty-based resuscitation strategies, safe mobilization techniques, balance assessment, and structured recovery planning incorporating strength, cognition, and daily functionality metrics.

Through interactive video cases, scenario-based discussions, and faculty-led debriefings, participants analyze real-world frailty and mobility cases while refining high-stakes decision-making for triage, stabilization, interdisciplinary coordination, rehabilitation prioritization, and functional outcome optimization. Structured performance feedback enhances clinical reasoning, patient-handling safety, communication skills, and precision in managing frailty-associated emergencies.

By the end of the program, attendees will have developed advanced assessment skills, rehabilitation-oriented decision-making capabilities, and the clinical confidence required to manage falls, frailty syndromes, and functional recovery pathways across diverse care environments.

Target Audience

• Geriatricians

• Physiatrists & Rehabilitation Physicians

• Emergency Medicine Physicians

• Orthopedic Surgeons & Trauma Teams

• Critical Care Physicians

• ICU, Geriatric & Rehabilitation Nurses

• Physical & Occupational Therapists

• Residents and Fellows in Geriatrics, Rehabilitation, and Emergency Medicine

• Clinical Instructors and Simulation Educators

Training Specifics

Training Name: Falls, Frailty & Functional Recovery Simulation

Duration: 2 full days

Language: English

Simulation Lab: High-fidelity rehab & geriatric simulation suites with fall-risk modules, mobility assessment tools, gait analysis systems, and functional recovery scenarios

Assessment Type: Practical Evaluation & Quiz

Certificate: Certificate of Completion & CME Credits

Venue: ADN CoE Training, Research Center & Core Lab

Additional Benefits

Hands-On Simulation:

Manage fall-related trauma, acute frailty decompensation, delirium onset, mobility crises, and safe transfer techniques in high-fidelity simulation environments.

Frailty & Mobility Mastery:

Gain proficiency in frailty scoring, gait assessment, sarcopenia evaluation, balance testing, and functional-decline prediction.

Functional Recovery Expertise:

Practice structured rehabilitation planning, early mobilization strategies, and interdisciplinary recovery pathway design.

Complication & Crisis Management:

Learn rapid recognition and treatment of post-fall complications, acute delirium, polypharmacy risks, dehydration-related frailty, and hemodynamic instability in frail patients.

Faculty Guidance:

Receive expert mentorship, real-time feedback, and structured performance correction from experienced geriatric and rehabilitation faculty.

Video-Based Learning:

Analyze real-case mobility failures, fall mechanisms, and functional recovery pathways to refine assessment accuracy and intervention timing.

Performance Optimization:

Improve patient-handling safety, functional assessment precision, interdisciplinary collaboration, and rehabilitation-oriented decision-making.

Professional Recognition:

Earn certification demonstrating advanced competency in fall-risk management, frailty stabilization, and functional recovery.

Key Benefits

• Strong understanding of frailty physiology, fall-risk mechanisms, and evidence-based recovery strategies.

• Enhanced assessment skills through immersive geriatric and rehabilitation simulations.

• Improved decision-making in managing mobility crises and functional decline.

• Strengthened teamwork, communication, and patient-handling safety.

• Increased readiness to care for frail and mobility-impaired patients with confidence and precision.

Ethical and Educational Standards

All ADN CoE training programs are designed in compliance with ethical, animal-free, and environmentally responsible education policies, ensuring clinical excellence and sustainability. For inquiries regarding accreditation or ethical compliance, contact trainings@adncoe.com.

Logistics and Additional Information

Transfer Services

Participants using ADN CoE accommodation and transfer options should adhere to the scheduled pick-up and drop-off times, which were shared before the training.

International Participants

Ensure your passport and visa are valid before travel. For invitation letters or official documentation, contact trainings@adncoe.com at least 4 weeks before the course start date. Information on nearby hotels, transport, and COVID-19 regulations will be provided before the event.

Attire

Business casual attire is recommended. Surgical scrubs and personal protective equipment will be provided for cadaver lab sessions. Please note: ADN CoE is a non-smoking, green-certified facility.

Health & Safety

Our venues comply with the highest safety and hygiene standards. Participants will receive orientation on fire, emergency, and biosafety protocols.

Transfer of Registration

Participants may transfer their registration to another individual from the same institution with prior written approval from ADN CoE, provided the request is made at least 10 days before the course start date.

Course Postponement or Cancellation

ADN CoE reserves the right to postpone or cancel the course due to unforeseen circumstances.

In case of cancellation by ADN CoE, participants will receive a full refund or the option to transfer to a future course date.

Non-Transferable Fees

Payment made for the course is non-transferable to other courses or services unless otherwise approved by ADN CoE.

Faculty Disclosure and Conflict of Interest 

All faculty members and proctors involved in this training disclose any financial or commercial interests. We maintain a strict policy of no conflict of interest with device companies, sponsors, or participants, ensuring unbiased and independent education.

Content Independence 

The educational content is developed based solely on the latest scientific evidence and clinical best practices. No product promotion or commercial advertising is included in our training materials.

Evaluation and Feedback 

We value your input. At the end of the course, you will be invited to complete a feedback survey and a knowledge assessment quiz. Your responses help us continually improve the training experience.

Quality Assurance 

Our training materials and curriculum are regularly reviewed and updated to reflect the most current research and technological advances in the field.

Sponsorship Transparency 

Any sponsorship or funding received for this course is disclosed upfront. We ensure that sponsors do not influence the content or delivery of the training.

Data Protection and Patient Confidentiality 

We strictly protect the privacy of all participants and uphold the highest standards of confidentiality regarding patient information shared during the training, in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Accessibility and Inclusiveness 

We strive to make our training accessible to all participants. Language support and accommodations for disabilities are available upon request to ensure an inclusive learning environment.

If you have any questions about these policies or require assistance, please contact us at trainings@adncoe.com.

Please note that our trainings are specialized procedural trainings provided by ADN CoE. They are independent of any other training offered by relevant device companies.