New app could help seniors avoid dangerous falls
NCT ID NCT05544760
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a new iPhone app called CatchU that measures how well older adults combine their senses (like sight and touch) to assess fall risk. Researchers will follow 84 adults aged 65 and older for two years, tracking falls and comparing app results to real-world outcomes. The goal is to give doctors a simple tool to identify seniors at risk of falling during regular checkups.
What this could mean
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Active substance
CatchU iPhone app for multisensory fall risk assessment
What this could lead to
If successful, this app could help doctors easily identify older adults at high risk of falling during routine checkups, leading to better fall prevention.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 84 participants. The app's accuracy in predicting falls is still unproven, and results may not apply to all seniors.
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Locations
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Burke Rehabilitation Hospital
White Plains, New York, 10605, United States