Medication use and fall risk among older adults in long-term care facilities: A cross-sectional analysis

These findings highlight the significant association between antidepressant and anti-diabetic medications and an increased risk of falls. Effective medication management and fall prevention strategies are essential among this vulnerable population. Clinicians should carefully assess the risks of these medications when prescribing to older adults and consider alternative treatments when necessary.

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South African Journal of Sports Medicine
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2025-08-29
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https://doi.org/10.17159/2078-516x/2025/v37i1a20605
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Balance, Gait, and Falls Prevention
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Medication use and fall risk among older adults in long-term care facilities: A cross-sectional analysis

Jaron Ras, Lloyd Leach, Rucia V. November, Nabilah Ebrahim
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South African Journal of Sports Medicine
Balance, Gait, and Falls Prevention
4.76
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Medication use and fall risk among older adults in long-term care facilities: A cross-sectional analysis

Jaron Ras, Lloyd Leach, Rucia V. November, Nabilah Ebrahim
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Abstract

These findings highlight the significant association between antidepressant and anti-diabetic medications and an increased risk of falls. Effective medication management and fall prevention strategies are essential among this vulnerable population. Clinicians should carefully assess the risks of these medications when prescribing to older adults and consider alternative treatments when necessary.

South African Journal of Sports MedicineVol. 37(1)
University of the Western Cape (ZA)
Openalex Percentile: Top 6%
Balance, Gait, and Falls Prevention
4.76
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