ACCIDENTAL FALLS

This study looked at whether the Otago Exercise Programme, a set of simple leg-strengthening and balance exercises, could help older adults improve their physical fitness, balance, and quality of life. A total of 120 people aged 60 and older from Sarawak, Malaysia, took part. Hal…

This study tested a system called KASPARD, which uses non-contact sensors to detect falls, wandering, and nighttime activity in nursing homes. The goal was to see if it could reduce falls in residents aged 65 and older who are at high risk. The system alerts staff via phone or co…

This study tested the Otago Exercise Program in 40 adults aged 65 and older to see if it improves balance, mobility, and prevents falls. Participants either did supervised group exercises or an unsupervised home version. The goal was to measure changes in walking speed and the Ti…

This study looked at whether special hip muscle exercises can help older adults improve their balance and prevent falls. Researchers tested 97 healthy adults aged 65 and older. They compared high-velocity hip power training to conventional strength training to see which better im…

This study looked at how Parkinson's disease affects walking and the ability to react to balance challenges. Researchers tested a type of training called protective step training in 12 people with Parkinson's. The goal was to see if this training could quickly improve their balan…

This study tested whether a computer system using cameras and machine learning could predict fall risk in adults. 177 people who could walk with or without help had their walking recorded by a camera and a phone accelerometer. The system analyzed their gait and combined it with a…