Prevalence and risk factors for falls in community-dwelling older population in Kerala; results from a cross sectional survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Falls and their incapacitating effects are a significant concern for older people, especially in low- and middle-income countries. Falls are a significant concern among older people which requires immediate public health action. The current study examines multiple fall risk factors among community-dwelling older people in Kerala, India, to devise prevention strategies.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey was conducted between April and May 2020 among the community-dwelling older population aged 60 and above. Data was collected through door-knock surveys using standardized scales. Fall history and associated risks were the primary outcome variables, whereas behavioral and cognitive risk factors of depression, anxiety and stress were the other factors.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Devassy SM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10428049 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature