Who is Falling? - Fall Risk Prediction Among Community Dwelling Elderly.

The ≥65 Years NOrthern Jutland Cohort of Fall Risk Assessment With Objective Measurements (the NOCfao Study)

The purpose of this study is to investigate if the level of physical activity, selected physical and psychological risk factors can predict risk of falling in older (≥65) community dwellers.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Home dwelling
• Manage body transfer independently
• Walking ability for at least 10 meters with or without assistive devices

Exclusion Criteria:

• Progressive neurological or rheumatologically illness
• Diagnosed vestibular problems
• Experienced pain in a substantial degree, limiting or obstructing everyday living
• Known uncorrected visual or hearing problems.
• Serious difficulties in speaking, understanding or reading Danish.
• Cognitive impairment equivalent to Mini Mental State Examination < 23