New huddle program aims to curb veteran falls in nursing homes
NCT ID NCT05906095
First seen Nov 12, 2025 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study tests a program called LOCK, where frontline staff in State Veterans Homes work together in short huddles to identify and reduce fall risks for residents. Over 10,000 Veterans are taking part. The goal is to lower the high rate of falls and improve overall care without adding extra paperwork.
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Locations
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VA Bedford HealthCare System, Bedford, MA
Bedford, Massachusetts, 01730-1114, United States
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
LOCK Falls Program (a behavioral intervention where frontline staff huddle to identify and reduce fall risks)
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could significantly reduce fall rates among elderly Veterans in nursing homes, improving safety and quality of care.
What could go wrong
This is a pragmatic implementation study, not a drug trial. Success depends on staff adoption and sustained behavior change, which can be challenging. Results may vary across different homes.
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