Rank #53Cross-sectionalOA (PMC)
Prevalence and risk factors for falls among the community dwelling older adults of Thrissur: A pilot study
Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care • 2024
P J Mercy, Sandhya K Neelamana, Vijayan C Parameswaran Nair
Quick takeaway
This pilot study applies structured falls tools in a community setting and shows how brief operational screening can be embedded into routine geriatric visits.
Why this matters
Strong fit for implementation because it tests the kind of screening workflow primary care teams could realistically adopt.
Key caution
Pilot scale and limited sample reporting constrain how precisely the results can inform larger planning decisions.