Improving fall prevention strategies for older adults in rehabilitation settings
Developing and testing implementation strategies to support the STEADI for falls risk management in outpatient rehabilitation
This study is looking to make it easier for physical therapists to help older adults, 65 and up, prevent falls by using a special program, and it will explore what challenges therapists face so they can find better ways to support their patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Little Rock, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10895394 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing fall prevention efforts for adults aged 65 and older by implementing the CDC's STEADI program in outpatient rehabilitation settings. It aims to identify barriers that physical therapists face in adopting these strategies and develop tailored implementation methods to overcome these challenges. The study will involve assessing clinic, provider, and patient-level factors that influence the uptake of fall prevention measures, followed by pilot testing the effectiveness of these strategies. By utilizing innovative approaches, the research seeks to improve the safety and health outcomes of older adults at risk of falls.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 65 and above who are receiving outpatient rehabilitation services.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 65 or those not engaged in outpatient rehabilitation 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, leading to improved health outcomes and reduced healthcare costs.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that implementing structured fall prevention programs in clinical settings can lead to positive outcomes, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
Little Rock, United States
- Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis — Little Rock, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vincenzo, Jennifer Lynn — Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis
- Study coordinator: Vincenzo, Jennifer Lynn
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.