Fall prevention training for older adults
This study tests a training program that helps you react to unexpected trips or slips to prevent falls. It is for older adults who are worried about falling or have fallen before.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years old or older and live in the community (not a nursing home).
- You can speak Cantonese or Mandarin comfortably.
- You can walk by yourself for at least 30 minutes on level ground.
- You have had a fall in the past year, or you are worried about falling, or you feel unsteady when walking or standing.
- You do not have uncorrected vision or hearing problems, osteoporosis, or a history of hip or knee replacement.
- You are not currently in another fall prevention program, and you do not have any serious health issues that would make exercise unsafe.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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