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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 Pauw
Published 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.
Keyphrases
  • physical activity
  • risk factors
  • machine learning
  • mental health
  • healthcare
  • primary care
  • metabolic syndrome
  • type diabetes
  • weight loss
  • deep learning