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

Lusardi, M.; Fritz, S.; Middleton, Addie; Allison, L.; Wingood, M.; Phillips, E.; G. Criss, Michelle; Verma, S.; 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

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Authors:

Michelle M. Lusardi

Stacy 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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