Longitudinal changes in sensory impairments and subsequent falls and fall-related injuries among middle-aged and older adults: a pooled analysis of four prospective cohorts.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Visual and hearing impairments are recognized as modifiable risk factors for falls. However, evidence on the longitudinal effects of changes in sensory status on the risk of falls and fall-related injuries remains limited. This study aimed to examine the association between changes in sensory impairment status and the incidence of falls and fall-related injuries among middle-aged and older adults.

Methods

Self-reported visual and hearing impairments were assessed at baseline and at a follow-up survey conducted two to three years later. The primary outcomes were incident falls and fall-related injuries. Modified Poisson regression models with robust standard errors were used to estimate risk ratios (RRs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs).

Results

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SUBMITTER: Nie J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12797468 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature