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Ruth Sander1

  • 1MSc Gerontological Practice, University of Portsmouth.

Nursing Older People
|October 16, 2016
PubMed
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This study shows that a simple exercise program of ankle strengthening and walking significantly reduces falls in frail older adults. Benefits persisted for months after the intervention, suggesting practical applications for fall prevention.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Exercise Science
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Falls are a major concern for frail older adults, leading to injury and reduced quality of life.
  • Existing evidence suggests exercise interventions can mitigate fall risk in this population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of a supervised ankle strengthening and walking exercise program on fall reduction in frail older people.
  • To assess the durability of exercise-induced benefits on fall prevention.

Main Methods:

  • Eighty-one participants were randomized into control and intervention groups.
  • The intervention group engaged in supervised ankle strengthening and walking exercises three times weekly for three months.
  • Exercises included heel raises with progressive resistance and tolerated walking durations.

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Main Results:

  • The intervention group demonstrated significant improvements in fall reduction.
  • These positive effects on fall prevention were sustained three months post-intervention.

Conclusions:

  • A simple, supervised exercise program involving ankle strengthening and walking is effective in reducing falls in frail older adults.
  • Nursing home staff can be trained to implement this program, offering a scalable solution for fall prevention and reducing fear of falling.