What are the indications for referring an older patient to a falls pre

Guideline-aligned answer with reasoning, red flags and references. Clinically reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP.

Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGPClinical Lead • iatroX

Older patients should be referred to a falls prevention service if they have had two or more falls in the last 12 months, or if they present for medical attention following a fall, or if they cannot perform, or perform poorly on, the Timed Up & Go test and/or the Turn 180° test .

Additionally, those with gait and balance deficits, or who demonstrate abnormalities during assessment, should be considered for referral for a multifactorial falls risk assessment and subsequent intervention ,,.

Key References

CKS - Falls - risk assessment
CG161 - Falls in older people: assessing risk and prevention
NG249 - Falls: assessment and prevention in older people and in people 50 and over at higher risk

What are the indications for referring an older patient to a falls prevention service?

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