FALLS-RISK PREDICTORS
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SUMMARY
1. Melbourne Edge test: vision test for edge contrast.
2. Depth perception.
3. Gait speed (< 0.6-1 m/s), stride length.
4. Proprioception & balance: BBS, postural sway, postural BP.
5. Neuropathy screen.
6. LL strength: particularly in the knee extensors.
7. TUG score: ≤ 10 sec is normal; 11-20 sec is reasonable for frail elderly; > 20 sec increases risk of falls.
8. Bone health: FRAX score.
Reference(s)
Cifu, D.X. (2020). Braddom’s physical medicine and rehabilitation. Elsevier. Get it on Amazon.
Cuccurullo, S. (2019). Physical medicine and rehabilitation board review. New York: Demosmedical. Get it on Amazon.
O’Young, B., Young, M.A. and Stiens, S.A. (2008). Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Secrets. Mosby. Get it on Amazon.
