No Proof That Prevention Programs Reduce Falls in Elderly

Education regarding the prevalence and nature of inpatient falls – as well as large, controlled trials to evaluate preventative measures – are warranted, the authors wrote. "We must also be aware of the potential risks of enacting measures to prevent falls that may be counterproductive to patient recovery," they stated.

Dr. Clyburn disclosed financial relationships with Nimbic Systems and ConforMIS. Dr. Heydemann disclosed a financial relationship with Merck.