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Falls and Fall-Related Injuries in an Evidence-Based Tai Ji Quan Intervention in Rural West Virginia Churches

Background:

This article identifies the independent predictors of falls in an implementation study of Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance® (TJQMBB) in older adults in rural West Virginia churches.

Methods:

Falls and injuries were identified via calendars, questionnaire, and verbal reports.

Results:

Fall predictors were gait speed (odds ratio [OR]: 0.27; 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.08-0.90); low back pain (OR: 8.04; 95% CI: 1.71-37.79); and pain, stiffness, or swelling limiting activity (OR: 2.44; 95% CI: 1.09-5.45).

Conclusions:

Determining differences between fallers and nonfallers may identify people with different fall risk profiles and ultimately better tailor fall prevention programming to individual needs.

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Posted in: Journal Article Abstracts on 09/18/2023 | Link to this post on IFP |
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