FALLS protocol

The Falls protocol is a set of guidelines designed to prevent falls among older adults in healthcare or community settings. It includes assessing an individual’s risk factors, such as medication effects, balance issues, and environmental hazards. Strategies may involve modifying the environment (like removing trip hazards), encouraging physical activity and balance exercises, reviewing medications, and ensuring proper footwear. The goal is to identify those at risk and implement personalized interventions to reduce the likelihood of falls, thereby promoting safety and independence.