Using Innovative Technology to Facilitate Fall Prevention for Older Adults
Recruiting
65 years - 100 years
All
Phase
N/A
80 participants needed
1 Location
Brief description of study
This study will look at ways that depth sensors could be used to understand one’s fall risk. Depth sensors are small tools that can be set up in a room to measure how someone is moving around. We are asking participants to have the sensor installed in their home for 1 year (12 months). We would like to get your thoughts on what you might want to use such a system for, and what would
you would like or dislike about such a system. We will also be visiting you every three months to measure your walking and overall physical function.
Detailed description of study
During the first visit, we will have you perform several screening assessments which may include asking you to walk, sit and get up in order to assess your physical state and gather information about how you walk. After these assessments, the device measuring your walking will be installed. Every 12 weeks a research team member will visit you and ask you to repeat the same assessments. After the 1 year, you will be asked to participate in an interview where a member of the research team will gather thoughts and feelings about the experience.
Eligibility of study
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:
- Conditions: Older adults,seniors,gait,ambulation,mobility,walking,
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Age: 65 years - 100 years
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Gender: All
Participants must meet the following criteria:
- Living alone
- Have in-home wi-fi (apartment buildings that provide wi-fi is also acceptable)
- Able to walk household distances (with or without cane/walker)
- Comfortable with in-person visitation once every 12 weeks
Updated on
04 Aug 2024.
Study ID: 849231
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