Creating a model to identify and manage fall risks in older veterans
Development of a Fall Risk Identification and Management Model for Older Veterans
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · VA EASTERN COLORADO HEALTH CARE SYSTEM · NIH-10999312
This study is working on a special plan to help older veterans stay safe from falls by finding out their individual risks and providing support in their regular doctor visits.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | VA EASTERN COLORADO HEALTH CARE SYSTEM (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10999312 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a personalized model to identify and manage fall risks specifically for older veterans. It aims to address the unique challenges faced by this population, including higher rates of functional impairment and comorbidities that contribute to falls. By utilizing primary care clinics within the Veterans Health Administration, the study seeks to implement effective screening tools and interventions that can be integrated into routine care. The goal is to enhance fall prevention efforts by overcoming barriers that have previously limited the adoption of such models.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older veterans who are at risk of falling due to age-related factors or existing health conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who are not veterans or those who do not have risk factors associated with falls may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of falls and related injuries among older veterans, improving their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in implementing fall prevention models in similar populations, indicating a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
Aurora, UNITED STATES
- VA EASTERN COLORADO HEALTH CARE SYSTEM — Aurora, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: GARBIN, ALEXANDER JEFFREY — VA EASTERN COLORADO HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
- Study coordinator: GARBIN, ALEXANDER JEFFREY
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.