Longitudinal evaluation of injurious falls and fall prevention strategy use among people with multiple sclerosis

Increasing life expectancy and the growing number of elderly people have also increased the number of comorbidities common in this population in the same proportion, where the risk of falling is highlighted and has been increasing in a worrying and negative way. However, the practice of physical exercise can improve the prevention and reduction of falls. In this context, this chapter addresses the theme with the objective of identifying how, which, and when physical exercise can contribute in relation to the risk of falling in the elderly. Through analysis of articles and recent reviews, the chapter addresses the influence of strength, power, aerobic, and multicomponent exercises in their various components and possible influences on the risk of falling. There is also a proposal for a specific program for the risk of falling in the elderly, with adjustments in volume and intensity according to the needs of the target audience, based and improved by worldwide guidelines.

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P2-518: A FEASIBILITY STUDY ON IMPLEMENTATION OF VESTIBULAR REHABILITATION AS A FALL PREVENTION STRATEGY IN PATIENTS WITH COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT

Alzheimer s & Dementia ◽

10.1016/j.jalz.2018.06.1212 ◽

2006 ◽

Vol 14 (7S_Part_17) ◽

pp. P933-P934

Author(s):

Brenda Maricela Varriano ◽

Shaleen Sulway ◽

Curt Wetmore ◽

Wanda W.A. Dillon ◽

Karen Misquitta ◽

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Keyword(s):

Cognitive Impairment ◽

Feasibility Study ◽

Fall Prevention ◽

Vestibular Rehabilitation ◽

Prevention Strategy ◽

Fall Prevention Strategy

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Fall prevention strategy in an emergency department

International Journal of Health Care Quality Assurance ◽

10.1108/ijhcqa-09-2016-0122 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 31 (1) ◽

pp. 2-9 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Mwali Muray ◽

Charles H. Bélanger ◽

Jamil Razmak

Keyword(s):

Risk Assessment ◽

Emergency Department ◽

Regression Analysis ◽

Fall Prevention ◽

Fall Risk ◽

Assessment Tool ◽

Research Process ◽

Prevention Strategy ◽

Content Type ◽

Fall Prevention Strategy

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to document the need for implementing a fall prevention strategy in an emergency department (ED). The paper also spells out the research process that led to approving an assessment tool for use in hospital outpatient services. Design/methodology/approach The fall risk assessment tool was based on the Morse Fall Scale. Gender mix and age above 65 and 80 years were assessed on six risk assessment variables using χ2 analyses. A logistic regression analysis and model were used to test predictor strength and relationships among variables. Findings In total, 5,371 (56.5 percent) geriatric outpatients were deemed to be at fall risk during the study. Women have a higher falls incidence in young and old age categories. Being on medications for patients above 80 years exposed both genders to equal fall risks. Regression analysis explained 73-98 percent of the variance in the six-variable tool. Originality/value Canadian quality and safe healthcare accreditation standards require that hospital staff develop and adhere to fall prevention policies. Anticipated physiological falls can be prevented by healthcare interventions, particularly with older people known to bear higher risk factors. An aging population is increasing healthcare volumes and medical challenges. Precautionary measures for patients with a vulnerable cognitive and physical status are essential for quality care.

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A mixed methods evaluation of yoga as a fall prevention strategy for older people in India

Pilot and Feasibility Studies ◽

10.1186/s40814-018-0264-x ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 4 (1) ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Lisa Keay ◽

Devarsetty Praveen ◽

Abdul Salam ◽

K. V. Rajasekhar ◽

Anne Tiedemann ◽

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Keyword(s):

Mixed Methods ◽

Older People ◽

Fall Prevention ◽

Prevention Strategy ◽

Mixed Methods Evaluation ◽

Fall Prevention Strategy

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Vestibular Exercises as a Fall Prevention Strategy in Patients with Cognitive Impairment

Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences / Journal Canadien des Sciences Neurologiques ◽

10.1017/cjn.2019.309 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 47 (1) ◽

pp. 126-130

Author(s):

Brenda Varriano ◽

Shaleen Sulway ◽

Curtis Wetmore ◽

Wanda Dillon ◽

Karen Misquitta ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Cognitive Impairment ◽

Fall Prevention ◽

Exercise Adherence ◽

Vestibular Rehabilitation ◽

Prevention Strategy ◽

Screening Tests ◽

Memory Clinic ◽

Fall Prevention Strategy

ABSTRACT:Vestibular impairment (VI) and cognitive impairment (CI) are risk factors for senior falls. We tested the feasibility of a self-directed 12-week vestibular rehabilitation (VR) program in Memory Clinic patients (65 years+) with a fall, CI and VI. We assessed recruitment, exercise adherence and ability to complete questionnaires/assessments. Twelve patients with CI and falls were screened and 8/12 (75% – prevalence) had VI. All patients completed the screening tests/questionnaires (100% – completeness); 7/8 patients were recruited (87.5% – recruitment); 1/7 (85.7% – attrition) patient attended follow-up. VI is prevalent in patients with CI experiencing falls but traditional VR is not feasible, so a novel delivery of VR must be explored.

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