Evaluation of the effect of providing individual patient education on rates of falls in older hospital patients in the post discharge period - a randomised controlled trial [ 2012 - 2015 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Anne-Marie Hill (Principal investigator)

Brief description Older people are at increased risk of falls and related injuries when they return home from hospital. There are numerous discharge programs that attempt to improve patient outcomes and prevent hospital re-admission but there is limited knowledge about falls after discharge and evidence for reducing falls during this period. This study will examine the effect of providing older people themselves with education about effective methods to reduce falls and recover safe function during this period.

Funding Amount $AUD 307,946.17

Funding Scheme Early Career Fellowships

Notes Australian Clinical Research ECF