Abstract
Introduction: Falls are a significant problem among older adults with Alzheimer's disease, leading to high rates of fracture, hospitalization, and death. Tracking falls in older adults, particularly those with cognitive impairment, is a clinical and research challenge. Methods: This prospective pilot study evaluated the feasibility of a text message program to track falls among patients with dementia. We also compared this technique with the calendar method of fall data collection. Results: There was a 96% completion rate of text messaging and 100% of calendars; however, the text-gathered data were more accurate. Discussion: A text-messaging platform to track falls shows promise in cognitively impaired individuals.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 137-140 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Alzheimer's and Dementia: Translational Research and Clinical Interventions |
Volume | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2018 |
Keywords
- Alzheimer's disease
- Dementia
- Falls
- Mobile health
- Text It
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Clinical Neurology
- Psychiatry and Mental health