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I am an aged care rehabilitation researcher seeking to minimise disability and prevent falls in large numbers of older people. I am particularly interested in the role of exercise in falls and disability prevention.
Physical Activity Interventions To Enhance Mobility And Prevent Falls.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$570,813.00
Summary
My research has established that exercise programs can prevent falls and enhance mobility in older people and those affected by a range of conditions. There remain important unanswered questions about the design and delivery of optimally effective and cost-effective physical activity programs. My proposed research program will address these with studies targeting the design and evaluation of novel interventions, implementation of proven interventions and population health approaches.
Fall Prevention In Older People And Those With Neurodegenerative Disorders
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$938,910.00
Summary
Falls are a major heath care problem for older people and clinical groups. This program of research will improve fall risk assessments and design and evaluate promising strategies for improving balance control and preventing falls in these groups.
This research program is aimed at finding effective prevention strategies for the important issue of falls in older people. It will: a) conduct studies to improve our understanding of fall risk in people with Parkinson’s disease and dementia; b) undertake a study to improve our management of dizziness; c) seek treatments for fear of falling, and d) evaluate home exercise interventions for older people at risk of falls and strength and cued walking training for people with Parkinson’s disease.