FALL PREVENTION

This study tests whether a new type of balance training can help older adults at risk of falling avoid slips and trips. Participants aged 60 to 90 who have fallen before or are at high risk will receive 8 weeks of either task-specific balance training, treadmill perturbation trai…

This study tests whether a special exercise program that combines rhythm and multitasking (called RYMA) can reduce falls, fractures, and heart problems in people aged 65 and older with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Participants will be screened for fall risk, bone health, nerve func…

This study compares a structured fall prevention program called Steady Strides to standard primary care for adults aged 65 and older who have fallen at least twice in the past six months. The program includes medical check-ups, exercises, and education. Researchers will track how…

This study tests whether a 12-week community-based power training program can reduce fall risk in older adults aged 65-85. It includes 120 participants, half with a history of falls and half without. The program focuses on exercises that build muscle power and balance, aiming to …

This study is testing a home hazard removal program (HARP) adapted for people with physical disabilities. 80 adults aged 45-64 who have had a disability for at least 5 years and live in St. Louis will be randomly assigned to either the program or a waitlist. The program involves …

This study investigates whether differences in strength, flexibility, or function between the two legs are linked to a higher risk of falls in adults aged 65 and older. Researchers will assess balance, mobility, and reaction time in 90 participants to see if these asymmetries can…

This study tests whether hearing aids with built-in sensors and artificial intelligence can assess a person's risk of falling and help them hear better in noisy environments. Researchers at Stanford University will enroll 350 adults aged 55 and older who already wear hearing aids…

This study tests three methods—mechanical, visual, and auditory—to safely recreate stumbles and slips in 20 volunteers, including people with prosthetic legs and those without. The goal is to find which method best mimics real-life trips without causing injury. Results will help …