Podiatry interventions to prevent falls in older people: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

foot problems are independent risk factors for falls in older people. Podiatrists diagnose and treat a wide range of problems affecting the feet, ankles and lower limbs. However, the effectiveness of podiatry interventions to prevent falls in older people is unknown. This systematic review examined podiatry interventions for falls prevention delivered in the community and in care homes.

Methods

systematic review and meta-analysis. We searched multiple electronic databases with no language restrictions. Randomised or quasi-randomised-controlled trials documenting podiatry interventions in older people (aged 60+) were included. Two reviewers independently applied selection criteria and assessed methodological quality using the Cochrane Risk of Bias tool. TiDieR guid

SUBMITTER: Wylie G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6503946 | biostudies-literature | 2019 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature