New Study Links Cognitive Function to Fall Risk in Older People

October 8, 2024
UNSW Sydney

A recent study has provided compelling insights into the connection between cognitive function and fall risk in older people. 

Falls are a major health concern among community-dwelling older Australians, with around one in three people aged 65 and over experiencing a fall each year. Falls are a leading cause of injury-related hospitalisations and can significantly impact an individual’s mobility, independence, and overall quality of life.

The research led by Dr Daina Sturnieks systematically reviewed 38 studies involving over 37,000 participants, evaluating which specific cognitive functions most strongly predict falls among community-dwelling older people.

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