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The FLASSH study: protocol for a randomised controlled trial evaluating falls prevention after stroke and two
Frances A Batchelor1, Keith D Hill, Shylie F Mackintosh
1National Ageing Research Institute, PO Box 2127, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, Parkville, Victoria 3050, Australia. f.batchelor@nari.unimelb.edu.au
BMC Neurology
|April 2, 2009
Summary
This study protocol outlines a falls prevention program for stroke survivors returning home. The goal is to reduce falls and improve quality of life through home exercise and individualized strategies.
Area of Science:
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Gerontology
- Neurology
Background:
- Falls are a significant concern for stroke survivors post-rehabilitation.
- Evidence-based falls prevention strategies for this population are lacking.
- The FLASSH project addresses this gap by detailing a study protocol.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate a multi-factorial falls prevention program for high-risk stroke survivors.
- To explore the relationship between fear of falling, falls, and function.
- To assess residual gait stability and obstacle crossing impairments.
Main Methods:
- Randomized controlled trial design.
- Intervention includes home exercise programs and individualized falls prevention strategies.
- Two sub-studies: longitudinal fear of falling analysis and gait/obstacle crossing assessment.
Main Results:
- Results are pending study completion.
- The study aims to provide evidence for effective falls prevention interventions.
- Findings will inform clinical practice and policy.
Conclusions:
- Effective falls prevention can enhance safety and quality of life for stroke survivors.
- Low-cost strategies can be implemented upon discharge from rehabilitation.
- The project will advance understanding of falls risk management in stroke survivors.
