A new strategy aims to keep older veterans safe from falls

NCT ID NCT06573983

Recruiting now Prevention Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 14, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Summary

This study tests a fall prevention model for older veterans who receive primary care. Veterans who are at risk of falling will be offered tailored support, such as physical therapy, medication review, or home safety changes. The goal is to see if this proactive approach is practical and can reduce fall-related injuries, helping veterans age comfortably at home.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: A fall prevention program combining physical therapy, medication review, and home safety modifications
What this could lead to: If successful, this model could reduce fall-related injuries and help older veterans live safely at home longer.
What could go wrong: The trial is small and early, focusing on feasibility, so it may not prove the model reduces falls. Individual responses to interventions may vary.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center, Aurora, CO
RECRUITING

Aurora, Colorado, 80045-7211, United States

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