Can exercise coaching keep seniors safe from falls?
NCT ID NCT02714257
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested two approaches to prevent serious fall injuries in older adults (65+) who had a prior bone fracture. One group received enhanced usual care, while the other received exercise coaching. Researchers tracked serious fall injuries, falls, and overall health over 36 months in 1139 participants.
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Penn State Hershey Medical Center
Hershey, Pennsylvania, 17033, United States
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