Detection of Falls and Frailty in Older Adults with Oldfry: Associated Risk Factors
Objective: To describe the characteristics and outcomes of using the Oldfry technology application in older adults, analyzing changes in frailty and fall risk after its implementation. Design and Methods: Observational, analytical, prospective, cross-sectional, and multicenter study conducted in res...
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| author | Eva Martí-Marco Enrique J. Vera-Remartínez Aurora Esteve-Clavero Irene Carmona-Fortuño Martín Flores-Saldaña Jorge Vila-Pascual Malena Barba-Muñoz María Pilar Molés-Julio |
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| description | Objective: To describe the characteristics and outcomes of using the Oldfry technology application in older adults, analyzing changes in frailty and fall risk after its implementation. Design and Methods: Observational, analytical, prospective, cross-sectional, and multicenter study conducted in residential centers in Plana Baja (Castellón, Spain). A total of 156 older adults over 65 years old participated, selected based on specific criteria and voluntary consent. Sociodemographic, anthropometric, and clinical variables were collected, including fall history, sensory problems, medication use, and standardized cognitive, nutritional, and functional assessment scales. The study was approved by the Ethics Committee of Universitat Jaume I. Results: The sample included 156 individuals (median age: 84 years). Women showed greater functional dependence (Barthel scale) and cognitive impairment (Pfeiffer scale). The Oldfry device detected frailty with statistically significant differences. A direct relationship was found between greater functional dependence and higher fall risk, as well as between higher comorbidity and increased fall risk. An adequate nutritional status was associated with a lower fall risk. Conclusion: The use of Oldfry is crucial for assessing frailty and fall risk in older adults. Factors such as functionality, comorbidities, and nutritional status directly influence fall prevention, highlighting the importance of technological tools in monitoring these risks. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-9b2042ffbd7b4f0f944313e0c8c3f8962025-08-20T01:56:39ZengMDPI AGSensors1424-82202025-05-012510296410.3390/s25102964Detection of Falls and Frailty in Older Adults with Oldfry: Associated Risk FactorsEva Martí-Marco0Enrique J. Vera-Remartínez1Aurora Esteve-Clavero2Irene Carmona-Fortuño3Martín Flores-Saldaña4Jorge Vila-Pascual5Malena Barba-Muñoz6María Pilar Molés-Julio7Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nursing, Universitat Jaume I, 12006 Castellón, SpainPenitentiary Centre “Castellón I”, 12006 Castellón, SpainFaculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nursing, Universitat Jaume I, 12006 Castellón, SpainFaculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nursing, Universitat Jaume I, 12006 Castellón, SpainFaculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nursing, Universitat Jaume I, 12006 Castellón, SpainNursing Home of Caritas in Burriana, 12530 Castellón, SpainFaculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nursing, Universitat Jaume I, 12006 Castellón, SpainFaculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nursing, Universitat Jaume I, 12006 Castellón, SpainObjective: To describe the characteristics and outcomes of using the Oldfry technology application in older adults, analyzing changes in frailty and fall risk after its implementation. Design and Methods: Observational, analytical, prospective, cross-sectional, and multicenter study conducted in residential centers in Plana Baja (Castellón, Spain). A total of 156 older adults over 65 years old participated, selected based on specific criteria and voluntary consent. Sociodemographic, anthropometric, and clinical variables were collected, including fall history, sensory problems, medication use, and standardized cognitive, nutritional, and functional assessment scales. The study was approved by the Ethics Committee of Universitat Jaume I. Results: The sample included 156 individuals (median age: 84 years). Women showed greater functional dependence (Barthel scale) and cognitive impairment (Pfeiffer scale). The Oldfry device detected frailty with statistically significant differences. A direct relationship was found between greater functional dependence and higher fall risk, as well as between higher comorbidity and increased fall risk. An adequate nutritional status was associated with a lower fall risk. Conclusion: The use of Oldfry is crucial for assessing frailty and fall risk in older adults. Factors such as functionality, comorbidities, and nutritional status directly influence fall prevention, highlighting the importance of technological tools in monitoring these risks.https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/25/10/2964older adultfrailtyfallsfactorstool |
| spellingShingle | Eva Martí-Marco Enrique J. Vera-Remartínez Aurora Esteve-Clavero Irene Carmona-Fortuño Martín Flores-Saldaña Jorge Vila-Pascual Malena Barba-Muñoz María Pilar Molés-Julio Detection of Falls and Frailty in Older Adults with Oldfry: Associated Risk Factors Sensors older adult frailty falls factors tool |
| title | Detection of Falls and Frailty in Older Adults with Oldfry: Associated Risk Factors |
| title_full | Detection of Falls and Frailty in Older Adults with Oldfry: Associated Risk Factors |
| title_fullStr | Detection of Falls and Frailty in Older Adults with Oldfry: Associated Risk Factors |
| title_full_unstemmed | Detection of Falls and Frailty in Older Adults with Oldfry: Associated Risk Factors |
| title_short | Detection of Falls and Frailty in Older Adults with Oldfry: Associated Risk Factors |
| title_sort | detection of falls and frailty in older adults with oldfry associated risk factors |
| topic | older adult frailty falls factors tool |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/25/10/2964 |
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