17/07/2017
Source: Journal of Interprofessional Education and Practice, 2017, Vol 8 p. 47-51
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Date of publication: September 2017
Publication type: Journal article
In a nutshell: Despite a focus on interprofessional (IP) approaches to healthcare, many providers, researchers and community programs continue to operate in silos. This is not only inefficient and costly, but also inconducive to knowledge translation. This study aimed to describe how fall prevention was the vehicle for developing a focused community-wide interprofessional partnership. The framework presented may be helpful to other communities/programs focused on developing interprofessional approaches to evidence-based chronic condition management.
Length of publication: 4 pages
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Posted by macchsl
14/07/2017
Source: Health and Safety at Work, 2017, online
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Date of publication: June 2017
Publication type: Journal article
In a nutshell: Increasing slip resistance of the floor surface would be desirable, but there is a lack of evidence as to whether traction properties are linearly correlated with topographic features of floor surfaces or what scales of surface roughness are required to effectively control slipperiness of the floor. The results of this study with previous findings confirm that floor surface finishes require different levels of surface coarseness for different types of environmental conditions to effectively manage slippery walking environments.
Length of publication: 1 page
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Posted by macchsl
14/07/2017
Source: Chartered Society of Physiotherapists website
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Date of publication: June 2017
Publication type: News press release
In a nutshell: Patients using non-emergency transport vehicles in Wales are receiving copies of the CSP’s Get Up and Go booklet about how to avoid falls. ‘Developed by Saga in association with the CSP, it covers a range of falls prevention aspects and includes exercises for strength and balance, as well as guidance about getting up from a fall.’
Length of publication: 1 page
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Posted by macchsl
14/07/2017
Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebro-Vascular Diseases, 2017, online
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Date of publication: June 2017
Publication type: Journal article
In a nutshell: Individuals with stroke fall frequently, and no exercise intervention has been shown to prevent falls post stroke. Perturbation-based balance training (PBT), which involves practicing reactions to instability, shows promise for preventing falls in older adults and individuals with Parkinson’s disease. This study aimed to determine if PBT during inpatient stroke rehabilitation can prevent falls after discharge into the community. These findings suggest that PBT is promising for reducing falls post stroke. While this was not a randomized controlled trial, this study may provide sufficient evidence for implementing PBT in stroke rehabilitation practice.
Length of publication: 1 page
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Posted by macchsl
14/07/2017
Source: International Journal of Human-Computer Studies
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Date of publication: Volume 106, October 2017, pps. 10–25
Publication type: Journal article
In a nutshell: This paper will provide a better understanding of the effectiveness of ICT-based fall prevention for different subgroups and the indicators that determine the use of such technologies by older adults.
Length of publication: 15 pages
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Posted by oliviaschaff
14/07/2017
Source: Journal of Aging and Physical Activity
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Date of publication: May 2017 vol. 22 pps. 1-39
Publication type: Journal article
In a nutshell: This review examines program features that influence attendance and adherence to group-based physical activity (PA) by older adults.
Length of publication: 39 pages
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Posted by oliviaschaff
14/07/2017
Source: Parkinsonism & Related Disorders
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Date of publication: 25 May 2017
Publication type: Journal article
In a nutshell: The aim of the present study was to investigate the effectiveness of a home-based dexterity program on fine motor skills in a single-blinded, randomized controlled trial, in patients with Parkinson’s disease.
Length of publication: 7 pages
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Posted by oliviaschaff
14/07/2017
Source: BMC Geriatrics
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Date of publication: 1 June 2017
Publication type: Journal article
In a nutshell: This paper describes the design and development of a complex multifactorial falls prevention (MFFP) intervention for implementation and testing within the framework of a large UK-based falls prevention randomised controlled trial (RCT)
Length of publication: 13 pages
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Posted by oliviaschaff
14/07/2017
Source: Drugs & Aging
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Date of publication: July 2017, vol. 34 iss. 7, pps 555–565
Publication type: Journal article
In a nutshell: The aim of this study was to examine the risk of falls relative to use patterns among new and continuing falls-related drug (FRD) users.
Length of publication: 10 pages
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Posted by oliviaschaff
14/07/2017
Source: The Joint Commission Journal on Quality and Patient Safety, 2017, online
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Date of publication: June 2017
Publication type: Journal article
In a nutshell: Patient falls during an acute hospitalization cause injury, reduced mobility, and increased costs. The laminated paper Fall TIPS Toolkit (Fall TIPS) provides clinical decision support at the bedside by linking each patient’s fall risk assessment with evidence-based interventions. Strategies were needed to integrate this evidence into clinical practice.
Length of publication: 1 page
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Posted by macchsl
14/07/2017
Source: The Joint Commission Journal on Quality and Patient Safety, 2017, online
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Date of publication: June 2017
Publication type: Journal article
In a nutshell: Sensor technology that dynamically identifies hospitalized patients’ fall risk and detects and alerts nurses of high-risk patients’ early exits out of bed has potential for reducing fall rates and preventing patient harm. In this study, a sensor was evaluated on two inpatient medical units to study fall characteristics and then to assign patient fall probability. A fall detection sensor system affords a level of surveillance that standard fall alert systems do not have. Fall prevention remains a complex issue, but sensor technology is a viable fall prevention option.
Length of publication: 1 page
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