Exercise can prevent falls in older people
A weekly exercise programme focusing on balance can prevent falls
among older people living at home. Day and colleagues (p 128) assessed
three interventions among people aged 70-84 years and found exercise to
be the most effective single intervention. Home hazard management and
treating poor vision had no significant effect when used alone but
added value when combined with the exercise programme. Further trials
should examine the effectiveness of interventions among people who are
aged over 85 or in poorer health.
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