Working to Increase Stability through Exercise (WISE): Study protocol for a pragmatic randomized controlled trial of a coached exercise program to reduce serious fall-related injuries.

ABSTRACT: Approximately one-third of older adults fall each year and fall-related injuries are a leading cause of death and disability among this rapidly expanding age group. Despite the availability of bisphosphonates to reduce fractures, concerns over side effects have dramatically reduced use, suggesting that other treatment options are needed. Though many smaller studies have shown that physical activity programs can reduce falls, no study has been adequately powered to detect a reduction in fall-related injuries. We present the design of a three-year randomized controlled clinical trial of 1130 adults age 65 and older with a past history of fragility fractures (e.g., vertebral, fall-related). The main aim is to determine the impact of a community-based multicomponent (strength, balance, aerobic

SUBMITTER: Sciamanna C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6333097 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature