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Sharon J Elliott1, Andrada Ivanescu, Natalie E Leland
1Therapeutic Life Center, PO Box 2163, Greenville, NC 27836, USA. sjelliottotr@embarqmail.com
Community fall prevention events are feasible for identifying fall risks and encouraging behavior changes. Many older adults initiated changes to reduce fall risk after screening and education.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Preventive Medicine
Background:
- Falls are a significant public health concern for older adults.
- Community-based fall prevention programs are crucial for promoting healthy aging.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the feasibility of interdisciplinary fall risk screenings at a community event.
- To collect preliminary data on balance confidence and modifications made by participants.
Main Methods:
- A pilot study involving 35 community-dwelling adults aged 55 and older.
- Pre- and post-testing with a 4-month follow-up period.
Main Results:
- Half of the participants were identified as being at risk for falls.
- 72.7% of participants who planned environmental or activity changes initiated them.
- No significant change in balance confidence was observed post-intervention.
Conclusions:
- Interdisciplinary fall risk screenings at community events are feasible.
- These events can facilitate environmental and behavioral modifications to reduce fall risk.
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