Determining Risk of Falls in Community Dwelling Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Using Posttest Probability

M. Lusardi, Michelle; L. Fritz, Stacy; Middleton, Addie; K. Allison, Leslie; Wingood, Mariana; Phillips, Emma; G. Criss, Michelle; Verma, Sangita; Osborne, Jackie; K. Chui, Kevin

doi:10.1519/jpt.0000000000000099

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Determining Risk of Falls in Community Dwelling Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Using Posttest Probability

Published in Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy • Aug 18, 2016

Authors:

Michelle M. Lusardi

Stacy L. Fritz

Addie Middleton

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Falls and their consequences are significant concerns for older adults, caregivers, and health care providers. Identification of fall risk is crucial for appropriate referral to preventive interventions. Falls are multifactorial; no single measure is an accurate diagnostic tool. There is...

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Medicine

CINAHL

Falls in older adults

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