App-based strength and balance self-test in older adults: an exploratory study from a user perspective

Source: BMC Research Notes

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Date of publication: 26 September 2021

 Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: Falls are a common problem, especially in the older population. The number of older adults aged over 65 years is increasing globally, leading to a major challenge in providing effective fall prevention interventions to older adults requiring such interventions. This study aimed to explore the usability of an app-based strength and balance self-tests in a small sample of four older adults. This study is a side product of another project.

 Length of publication: 5 pages

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An economic evaluation of the SUNBEAM programme: a falls-prevention randomized controlled trial in residential aged care

Source: Clinical Rehabilitation

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Date of publication: 30th October 2018, pps. 1-11

 Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: the aim of this study is to estimate the cost-effectiveness of a strength and balance exercise programme (SUNBEAM) which has been shown to be clinically effective in reducing the rate of falls in residents of aged care facilities.

 Length of publication: 11 pages

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