Fall Prevention

New mobile robot helps seniors walk safely and prevent falls

The demographic landscape in the U.S. is shifting rapidly, with the median age now at 38.9, almost a decade older than it was in 1980. By 2050, the population of adults over 65 is projected to surg...

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Effectiveness, enjoyment, and meaningfulness of a virtual reality gait-based fall prevention exergame in community-dwelling healthy older adults: an interdisciplinary pilot study

IntroductionFalls are a prevalent health concern among older adults, potentially resulting in substantial physical, psychological, and social ramifications. Interventions aimed at fall prevention r...

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Not Just a Trip—A Turning Point: Addressing Falls Before They Happen

A fall isn’t always just a stumble. For many older adults, it’s the moment everything changes—mobility, confidence, and even independence. What seems minor at first can lead to hospital stays, long...

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Hearing Aids: A Key to Preventing Falls Among Older Adults

Hearing Aids: A Key to Preventing Falls Among Older Adults Recent findings published in The Lancet Public Health journal underscore the significant role of hearing aids in reducing falls among ol...

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Sports, Vol. 13, Pages 159: Multicomponent Exercise and Functional Fitness: Strategies for Fall Prevention in Aging Women

Sports, Vol. 13, Pages 159: Multicomponent Exercise and Functional Fitness: Strategies for Fall Prevention in Aging Women Sports doi: 10.3390/sports13060159 Authors: André Schneider Lucia...

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Looking for experiences with smart home products for fall prevention and detection (for elderly / caregivers)

Translated with ChatGPT because my English grammar isn’t great – thanks for understanding Hi everyone, I'm looking for experiences and tips related to smart home technology for fall prevention and ...

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Neuro-Thrive Balance Program Reviewed: Can This 10-Second Nerve Activation Trick Help Prevent Falls After 60?

Discover the 10-Second Nerve Activation Ritual Backed by Science to Help Older Adults Regain Balance, Prevent Falls, and Restore Confidence in Every Step ORLAND PARK, IL / ACCESS Newswire / May ...

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The 5 Walking Tricks That's Saving Thousands of Seniors From Dangerous Falls!

The 5 Walking Tricks That's Saving Thousands of Seniors From Dangerous Falls! We'll Cover ✅ The Penguin Shuffle Technique - biomechanically proven method to maintain perfect balance ✅ The Wal...

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Early Testing Paves the Way to Prevent Risky Falls in Elderly Adults

As humans age, the gradual decline in physical capabilities is an undeniable reality. Strength diminishes, eyesight fades, and overall mobility becomes increasingly limited. One of the gravest cons...

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Healthcare, Vol. 13, Pages 1204: Surface Electromyography Combined with Artificial Intelligence in Predicting Neuromuscular Falls in the Elderly: A Narrative Review of Present Applications and Future Perspectives

Healthcare, Vol. 13, Pages 1204: Surface Electromyography Combined with Artificial Intelligence in Predicting Neuromuscular Falls in the Elderly: A Narrative Review of Present Applications and Futu...

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ElderFallGuard: Real-Time IoT and Computer Vision-Based Fall Detection System for Elderly Safety

arXiv:2505.11845v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: For the elderly population, falls pose a serious and increasing risk of serious injury and loss of independence. In order to overcome this difficul...

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Geriatrics, Vol. 10, Pages 68: Case Report: Multifactorial Intervention for Safe Aging in Place

Geriatrics, Vol. 10, Pages 68: Case Report: Multifactorial Intervention for Safe Aging in Place Geriatrics doi: 10.3390/geriatrics10030068 Authors: Ashwini Kulkarni Background/Objectiv...

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MIT Eldercare Robot Enhances Mobility without Harnesses

A team of engineers from the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) unveiled an Eldercare robot (E-BAR) that can potentially improve the lives of millions in the future. The device...

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How Technology is Reshaping Slip and Fall Safety: Innovations for a Safer Future

Slip and fall accidents are among the most common causes of personal injury worldwide. While these incidents may seem commonplace, the reality is that they can lead to significant physical, emotion...

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Eldercare Robot Assists with Sitting and Standing, Provides Fall Protection

As the global demographic landscape rapidly shifts toward an aging population, addressing eldercare challenges has become a pressing concern. In the United States, the median age has climbed to 38....

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Sensors, Vol. 25, Pages 2964: Detection of Falls and Frailty in Older Adults with Oldfry: Associated Risk Factors

Sensors, Vol. 25, Pages 2964: Detection of Falls and Frailty in Older Adults with Oldfry: Associated Risk Factors Sensors doi: 10.3390/s25102964 Authors: Eva Martí-Marco Enrique J. Vera-R...

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6 Best Tech Tools for Fall Prevention and Peace of Mind

Every 11 seconds, an older adult visits the ER for a fall (CDC Data). For many of us over 60, the fear of falling can quietly erode our confidence, limiting activities we love. As a certified hea...

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Preventing Personal Injuries in New Jersey: Building Safer Communities Beyond Compensation

Personal Injuries Personal injury cases take an emotional and financial toll on the victims but also expose the safety shortcomings of communities. At Davis, Saperstein & Salomon P,C., knowing...

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The effect of 12-week long exercise intervention, and 2-weeks of detraining period on lower limbs strength parameters and postural stability in older adults: a linear mixed model analysis

BMC Geriatr. 2025 May 2;25(1):305. doi: 10.1186/s12877-025-05970-1.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Muscle strength and postural control are essential components for performing daily living activities, particul...

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Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation to Maximize Hip Abductor Strength and Reduce Fall Risk in Older Veterans: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial

JMIR Res Protoc. 2025 May 1;14:e68082. doi: 10.2196/68082.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Nearly half of all veterans are 65 years and older, and they have a higher prevalence of functional disabilities compar...

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Effectiveness of HAPA-based multidomain fall risk management for older adults with declining intrinsic capacity in nursing homes: protocol of a randomised controlled trial

Introduction Accidental falls are a common geriatric syndrome that hinders healthy ageing in older adults. Older adults who live in nursing homes (NHs) are at a greater risk of accidental falls t...

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