Physical Performance Predictor Measures in Older Adults With Falls-Related Emergency Department Visits

January 30, 2019
JAMDA

Identifying strong predictors for falls and mobility limitations in older adults with a falls-related emergency department visit is crucial. This study aimed to compare, in this clinical population, the incremental predictive value of the Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) component tests for incident falls, injurious falls, and mobility limitations.