Advanced Practice Nurses helping prevent falls in older adults

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of a fall prevention program delivered by Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) compared to standard care for non-frail elderly patients aged 80 and older. Participants will undergo a comprehensive geriatric assessment and may voluntarily engage in a home-based physical activity program over 12 months. The study will track fall incidents at multiple intervals to assess the impact of the intervention. Conducted in multiple primary care centers in the Pays de la Loire region of France, the trial aims to provide insights into the role of APNs in enhancing elderly care.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion criteria:

* Aged 80 or over;
* Vigorous according to the " Clinical Frailty Scale " (scores 1, 2, 3) ;
* Having a referring primary care physician working in pairs with the local Advanced Practice Nurse;
* affiliated to a Health Care Plan
* Informed and having signed consent to participate in the research.

Exclusion criteria:

* Under guardianship or trusteeship;
* Unable to travel to the primary care office or unable to follow the adapted physical activity program;
* Poor understanding of French.

Where it's running

• CHU Nantes
  Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, France Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Laure DE DECKER, MD - Pr — Nantes University Hospital
• Study coordinator: Laure DE DECKER, MD - Pr
• Email: laure.dedecker@chu-nantes.fr
• Phone: 02.40.08.79.20

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.