Evaluating a program to prevent falls in older adults
CE-22-006 Process and Outcome Evaluation of the Walk with Ease program for Fall Prevention
This study is looking at whether adding special exercises to the Walk with Ease program can help older adults who are at risk of falling stay safer and reduce their chances of falling.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Iowa State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ames, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10827479 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of the Walk with Ease program, enhanced with physical therapy exercises, to help older adults reduce their risk of falls. The study will involve community-dwelling older adults who are at high risk for falls, and will utilize a randomized controlled design to compare the standard program with an enhanced version that includes personalized exercises. Physical therapists will play a key role in screening participants and providing tailored interventions. The goal is to determine if the enhanced program leads to fewer falls and improved overall safety for participants.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are community-dwelling older adults who are at high risk for falls.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk for falls or those who are unable to participate in physical activity 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, improving their safety and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that physical activity interventions can be effective in reducing fall risk, suggesting that this approach may also yield positive results.
Where this research is happening
Ames, United States
- Iowa State University — Ames, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Welk, Greg J — Iowa State University
- Study coordinator: Welk, Greg J
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.