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Falls in the geriatric patient.

R J Przybelski1, T A Shea

  • 1Section of Geriatrics and Gerontology, University of Wisconsin Medical School, 2870 University Ave, Suite 100, Madison, WI 53705, USA. rjprzybel@facstaff.wisc.edu

WMJ : Official Publication of the State Medical Society of Wisconsin
|June 23, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Falls are a major risk for older adults, often caused by medication side effects and balance issues. An aggressive strategy involving medication review and safety assessments can reduce fall incidence in this population.

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Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Biomechanics
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Falls are a prevalent issue among geriatric and older adult populations, leading to significant morbidity and mortality.
  • Maintaining balance requires a highly functional body, which is often compromised by intrinsic and extrinsic factors in older adults.
  • Medications, with their therapeutic and side effects, are frequently implicated as contributors to falls in this demographic.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current concepts and literature regarding falls in older adults.
  • To highlight the impact of intrinsic and extrinsic factors, particularly medications, on balance.
  • To advocate for an aggressive falls reduction strategy.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on falls in the geriatric population.

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  • Analysis of factors affecting balance, including medications and intrinsic/extrinsic elements.
  • Synthesis of evidence supporting falls reduction interventions.

    • Main Results:

    • Balance is crucial for remaining upright and is adversely affected by various factors in older adults.
    • Medication side effects are a significant contributor to falls.
    • An aggressive, multi-faceted approach is necessary for effective falls reduction.

    Conclusions:

    • Falls in older adults are a serious concern requiring proactive management.
    • Interventions should include medication review, specialized balance assessments, and home safety evaluations.
    • An aggressive strategy focusing on eliminating balance-altering medications and environmental modifications is advocated.