Reducing fear of falling in seniors through education and activity programs: a randomized trial

Article Abstract:

The relative effects of education and activity programs on fear of falling, balance, strength, and health status is determined. The study revealed that improved balance confidence is not intervention-specific, but associated changes in physical ability and health status are a function of the composition of the intervention program.

Physical fitness, Physical fitness for the aged

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The effect of an individualized fall prevention program on fall risk and falls in older people: a randomized, controlled trial

Article Abstract:

A clinical study assessing whether individualized programs made up of exercises, visual training and counseling, helps in reducing the risk of psychological falls in elderly persons, is presented.

Care and treatment, Methods, Falls (Accidents), Accidental falls, Control, Geriatric psychiatry, Nursing home accidents

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Could self-neglect in older adults be a geriatric syndrome?

Article Abstract:

A study to examine whether neglect of health by aged people is a result of geriatric syndrome, is discussed.

Analysis, Negligence

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