FALL

This study looked at whether a simple home exercise program and/or protein supplements could help prevent falls in older adults at risk of muscle loss (sarcopenia). Over 800 seniors with signs of frailty or a recent fall took part. The goal was to see if these approaches, alone o…

This study tested a new therapy for people with partial spinal cord injuries who have trouble standing. The therapy combines two types of electrical stimulation with a balance training game. 17 participants completed 12 sessions over 4 weeks. The goal was to improve balance and s…

This study looked at how care homes in England handle the moments after an older person falls. Researchers surveyed 234 care home and healthcare staff to learn about the policies and processes they use. The goal was to map current practices, not to test a new treatment.

This study looked at whether common heart failure medications are linked to falls in people aged 65 and older. Researchers analyzed a global safety database of 100,000 reports to find patterns. The goal was to identify which drugs might pose a higher fall risk, not to test a new …

This study looked at why Zuni elders fall more often than other older adults and tested a home exercise program to help. 113 tribal members aged 65+ with high fall risk took part. The program used simple strength and balance exercises with support from community health workers an…

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 a non-invasive brain stimulation technique in 27 older adults who were at risk of falling due to unsteady walking. The goal was to see if targeting specific brain networks could improve walking steadiness and attention. The approach is experimental and aimed at …

This study tested a falls management tool designed specifically for adults with intellectual disabilities. 13 participants, including adults with disabilities, carers, and clinicians, tried the tool and gave feedback on how easy it was to use and what could be improved. The goal …

This study looked at 150 healthy Thai adults aged 65-80 to see if artificial intelligence could help predict their risk of falling. Researchers used brain stimulation and sensory tests to measure how the brain and body control balance. The goal was to develop a better way to iden…