Identifying Frailty to Prevent Falls Among Older Adults

Falls among older adults are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality. Identifying a person’s level of frailty allows for preventive action to address its underlying factors and thereby reduce the risk of falls. A review of current knowledge and potential interventions.

Author(s): Monnier-Besnard Stéphanie, Soleymani Dagmar, Torres Marion, Beltzer Nathalie, Carcaillon-Bentata Laure

Publishing year: 2022

Pages: 42-44

Health in Action, 2022, n° 459, p. 42-44

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