Effect of Fall‐Related Concerns on Physical, Mental, and Social Function in Community‐Dwelling Older Adults: A Prospective Cohort Study

Abstract

Older persons with higher levels of fall-related concerns reported up to 14 months poorer ADL and social participation for up to 14 months than those with lower levels of fall-related concerns. From a clinical point of view, the clear relationship between fall-related concerns and ADL dysfunction and social participation may help to target groups who are at risk of developing adverse consequences of concerns about falls.