Your phone could predict your fall risk: a new app aims to keep seniors safe
NCT ID NCT06508892
First seen Aug 14, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Summary
This study explores whether a smartphone app can help older adults evaluate their risk of falling. Researchers will compare phone sensor data with gold-standard wearable sensors during balance and walking tests, then build a model that combines this data with personal factors like age and medical history. The goal is to create an app that lets older adults self-administer fall risk assessments and receive personalized risk information.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- A smartphone application that uses built-in sensors to assess fall risk, along with motor tests and questionnaires.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could give older adults a simple, accessible way to check their own fall risk and receive personalized alerts, potentially preventing falls.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage study with a small number of participants. The app's accuracy may not hold up in real-world settings, and it is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Michigan-Flint
RECRUITINGFlint, Michigan, 48502, United States
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