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Dementia is a collective term for cognitive disorders primarily affecting memory, thinking, and reasoning. It is not a specific disease but a syndrome, with Alzheimer's disease being the most common cause, accounting for approximately 60-80% of cases. Other types include vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and frontotemporal dementia. Dementia affects millions worldwide, particularly older adults, though it is not a normal part of aging.
The progression of dementia is generally gradual....
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Dementia.

Morag E Taylor1, Jacqueline C T Close2

  • 1Falls, Balance and Injury Research Centre, Neuroscience Research Australia, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia; Prince of Wales Clinical School, Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia; Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.

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Falls and disability in dementia patients can potentially be prevented. More research is needed to confirm existing evidence and explore new prevention strategies for dementia care.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Neurology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Dementia affects 47 million globally, causing cognitive decline and impacting daily function.
  • It is a leading cause of disability, affecting individuals and their caregivers.
  • Alzheimer's disease is the most prevalent form of dementia.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the evidence on preventing falls and disability in individuals with dementia.
  • To identify gaps in current research and suggest future research directions.

Main Methods:

  • Review of preliminary evidence from small studies on fall and disability prevention in dementia.
  • Exploration of potential prevention strategies including cognitive-motor training and pharmacotherapy.

Main Results:

  • Gait and balance impairments are common in dementia, increasing fall risk.
  • Falls in older adults with dementia lead to higher risks of injury, hospitalization, and mortality.
  • Preliminary evidence suggests falls and disability prevention is possible, but requires more robust research.

Conclusions:

  • Falls and associated disability pose significant risks for people with dementia.
  • Further high-quality research is essential to validate existing prevention strategies.
  • Investigating novel approaches like combined cognitive-motor training and pharmacotherapy is warranted.