Investigating fall injuries and their long-term effects in older adults
Official title: Non-Fracture Fall Injuries and Long-Term Geriatric Consequences in Older Women and Men from a Cross-Cohort Study
Funded at University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh · NIH-11007157 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how non-fracture fall injuries affect older adults over the past 20 years, aiming to understand what causes these injuries and how they impact future health, hospital visits, and overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project start | April 15, 2020 |
| Project end | December 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $417,788 |
| NIH project number | 5R01AG061136-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11007157 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 65 and above, particularly those who have experienced fall injuries.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are younger than 65 years old or those without a history of fall injuries may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research examines the trends of fall injuries, specifically non-fracture fall injuries (NFFI), among older adults over a 20-year period. It aims to understand how changes in risk factors influence these trends and to evaluate the long-term geriatric outcomes following such injuries. By analyzing data from multiple cohorts, the study will identify the impact of NFFI on future hospitalizations, skilled nursing facility stays, and mortality rates in older men and women. Participants will be part of a comprehensive analysis that seeks to improve understanding of fall-related health issues in the elderly.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better prevention strategies and healthcare interventions for older adults at risk of fall injuries.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown significant trends in fall-related injuries among older adults, indicating that this area of study is both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Strotmeyer, Elsa S. — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Strotmeyer, Elsa S.
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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.