FALLS

This study tests whether a virtual group exercise program combined with health education can lower fall risk and increase physical activity in older veterans who have both obesity and signs of muscle loss (sarcopenia). About 50 veterans aged 55 and older will take part. The goal …

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 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 is testing whether combining two types of electrical stimulation can help people who have had a stroke lift their toes while walking. Participants will receive mild electrical currents on their scalp and leg while doing walking exercises. The goal is to see if this com…

This observational study aims to understand how balance, past falls, and sensation on the bottom of the feet are related. Researchers will test foot sensitivity and measure sway while standing on a force plate. The study enrolls 1,000 adults aged 20 and older and does not involve…

This study is testing a simple bedside tool called the Falls Decision Rule to help emergency doctors decide whether older adults (65+) need a brain scan after a fall. Researchers will check if the tool accurately identifies who has a serious brain bleed and who does not. The goal…

This study looks at whether a new way of organizing hospital care, called an Acute Medical Unit, can help older adults with sudden illnesses like infections or COPD get better faster and spend fewer days in the hospital. Researchers will compare 220 patients who receive this new …

This study surveys healthcare workers in the Hampshire and Isle of Wight region to understand how they care for older adults (65+) who take blood thinners and have fallen, possibly hitting their head. The goal is to map current services, identify challenges, and find ways to redu…