Numerous studies have documented the efficacy of evidence-based falls prevention programs in reducing falls and falls risk, as well as their potential for cost savings and positive return on investment.
A study that reviewed five years of data from the national falls prevention data repository concluded that participation in evidence-based falls prevention programs resulted in improved confidence, decreased fear of falling, and fewer reports of falls and injurious falls among participants. Studies show that group exercise — the format used by evidence-based falls prevention programs — reduces loneliness and social isolation in seniors.
Here are examples of research and presentations conducted using data from the national falls prevention database to show the effectiveness of evidence-based falls prevention programs.
- Research on Evidence-Based Programs
- Dissemination and Implementation of Evidence-Based Falls Prevention Programs: Reach and Effectiveness
- Availability of Evidence-Based Community Falls Prevention Programs: Considerations
- Effectiveness of Three Evidence-Based Falls Prevention Programs: Findings from a National Translational Dissemination