Tailored interventions can support fall prevention in stroke survivors

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Source: BMJ

Original: http://www.bmj.com/content/392/bmj.s532.short?rss=1...

Published: 2026-03-24T03:31:04-07:00

Stroke survivors have a 1.5-fold increased risk of falls compared to the general elderly population. This risk results from balance disorders, hemi-neglect and dependence on mobility aids. They have a higher risk of hip fracture after a fall than people of the same age and sex. This leads to a further increase in dependence, a decrease in activity and participation. Despite the serious consequences, the number of randomized controlled trials to prevent falls in these patients is limited. Previous interventions have not been shown to be effective in reducing the rate of falls or the number of people affected. In an Australian study with 370 participants, Clem colleagues tested an individually tailored intervention consisting of three components.