Everyday Experiences of Physical Function and Awareness of Fall Risk in Older Adulthood.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objectives

Falls, the leading cause of death and disability among older adults, occur in daily life when the demands of daily activities surpass the ability to maintain balance. An estimated 30% of older adults misestimate their physical function, placing them at greater risk of falling. This study examined how experiences of physical function are linked to awareness of fall risk in daily life.

Research design and methods

For 30 consecutive days following a fall-risk assessment, 41 older adults (observations = 1,135; 56% women; age: 65-91) self-assessed objective and subjective fall risk using a custom smartphone application. Alignment of objective and subjective fall risk was indexed as awareness of fall risk. Postural sway was measured by the application. Ph

SUBMITTER: Mejia ST 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10237285 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature