Objective: This article aimed to critically examine preexisting conceptualizations of the
relationship among fear of falling, falls efficacy, and falls and to offer a new theoretical model …

OBJECTIVES: To examine whether activity restriction specifically induced by fear of falling
(FF) contributes to greater risk of disability and decline in physical function. DESIGN …

Background. Among older people, undue risk taking could lead to falls, irrespective of
physical ability. We investigated the interaction between risk-taking behavior and physical …

Background Both multiple fall experiences and fear of falling (FoF) would make people
susceptible to another fall; however, the associations are unknown. This study investigates …

Background Fear of falling (FOF) is prevalent among older adults and associated with
adverse health outcomes. Over recent years a substantial body of research has emerged on …

Objective To determine the factors that predict change in well-being over time in older men
and women presenting to the falls prevention clinic. Design Prospective cohort study. Setting …

Introduction Although exercise and strength training have been shown to be protective
against falls in older adults (aged 65 years and older), evidence for the role of leisure-time …

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate effects of a multifactorial fall prevention program on fall incidence
and physical function in community-dwelling older adults. DESIGN: Multicenter randomized …

Background Physical performance and activity have both been linked to fall risk, but the way
they are jointly associated with falls is unclear. We investigated how these two factors are …

Objectives Fear of falling (FOF) is common in older people and is related to negative
outcomes. This study aimed to investigate whether 2 different instruments, the Falls Efficacy …