Characterizing fall risk factors in Belgian older adults through machine learning: a data-driven approach.
Elke LathouwersArnau DillenMaría Alejandra DíazBruno TassignonJo VerschuerenDominique VertéNico De WitteKevin De PauwPublished in: BMC public health (2022)
The present study identified 24 fall risk factors using machine learning techniques to identify older adults at high risk of falling. Maintaining a mental, physical and socially active lifestyle, reducing vulnerability and feeling satisfied with the living situation contributes to reducing the risk of falling. Further research is warranted to establish an easy-to-use screening tool to be applied in daily practice.