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Falls and Fractures
Guidelines and Recommendations
Below are selected prevention and treatment guidelines, recommendations,
frameworks, approaches, and other documents related to falls and fractures. Also see related links on this page.
U.S. Fall Prevention Programs
for Seniors (2000)
http://www.cdc.gov/ncipc/falls/default.htm
This document describes fall prevention programs for U.S. seniors that research show are important components of effective programs: education,
home assessment for environmental fall hazards, and access to home modification and/or repair services. These programs may provide models for
agencies or organizations that want to develop fall prevention programs for older adults. Examples of program materials from several states are
also provided.
Reducing Falls and Resulting Hip Fractures Among Older Women (2000)
http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/rr4902a2.htm
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http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/PDF/rr/rr4902.pdf
Because approximately 95% of hip fractures result from falls, minimizing fall risk is a practical approach to reducing these serious injuries.
Research demonstrates that effective fall prevention strategies require a multifaceted approach with both behavioral and environmental components.
Important elements include education and skill building to increase knowledge about fall risk factors, exercise to improve strength and balance,
home modifications to reduce fall hazards, and medication assessment to minimize side effects (e.g., dizziness and grogginess).
Related Links
Falls and Fractures: Women's Health Topics A-Z
http://www.cdc.gov/women/az/falls.htm
Guide to Community Preventive
Services
http://www.cdc.gov/epo/communityguide.htm
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