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Why do older adults fall again? 1,200-Person study hunts for clues

NCT ID NCT05712252

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Region Skane Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Oct 14, 2026 · Last updated Oct 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Researchers are following 1,200 adults aged 65 and older who came to an orthopaedic ward after a fall, with or without a fracture. The study collects routine care information to understand what conditions contribute to falls and how recovery unfolds. By identifying patterns linked to repeat falls, fractures, and complications, the team aims to improve prevention and rehabilitation for older people.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If researchers identify which factors predict repeat falls and fractures, doctors could target those risks earlier and help older adults stay independent after a fall.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, so it can show patterns but cannot prove cause and effect. Findings from one region may not apply everywhere, and some participants may be lost to follow-up.

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Study facts

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Participants

1,200 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Feb 2023

Finished

Sep 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Individuals aged 65 years or older who are admitted to Orthopaedic ward at Skåne University Hospital in Malmö, due to a fall or fall-related trauma.

Ages

65 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * 65 years or older at the time of admission. * Admitted to Orthopaedic ward at due to fall, with or without a fracture. Exclusion Criteria: * Severe head trauma or other severe non-orthopaedic trauma. * Other condition requiring ward at other department (CCU, ICU) \>24 hours. * Moribund individuals with palliative care only. * Declined to participate * Fall \> 7 days before admission * Residence outside the region (lack of follow-up)

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Bone Diseases, Metabolic bone fracture Frailty hip fracture osteoporosis Risk Reduction Behavior

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Fall injury Frailty Hip fractures Osteoporosis, osteopenia Risk reduction

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Department of Orthopaedics

    Malmö, Skåne County, 20502, Sweden

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