A new system to monitor and prevent falls in older adults at night
WARE-Care: a novel RF-based system to assess and prevent falling
This study is testing a new, friendly system called WARE-Care that uses radar technology to quietly watch over older adults in nursing homes at night, helping to keep them safe from falls while respecting their privacy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Arizona NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tucson, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10887591 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research develops WARE-Care, a non-intrusive system that uses mmWave radar technology to monitor older adults in nursing facilities during the night. The system collects data on movement to assess fall risks without compromising privacy, as it does not capture detailed facial information. By providing accurate measurements of movement, WARE-Care aims to reduce the fear of falling and improve the quality of life for residents. The technology is designed to be user-friendly and easy to set up, making it suitable for nursing home environments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults residing in nursing facilities who are at risk of falling.
Not a fit: Patients who are not in nursing facilities or those who do not have a history of falls may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of falls among older adults, enhancing their safety and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Similar approaches using advanced monitoring technologies have shown promise in improving safety for older adults, indicating potential success for this novel system.
Where this research is happening
Tucson, United States
- University of Arizona — Tucson, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cao, Siyang — University of Arizona
- Study coordinator: Cao, Siyang
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.