Association between dizziness and future falls and fall-related injuries in older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Yuxiao Li,
Rebecca M Smith,
Susan L Whitney
et al.
Abstract:Background
Dizziness is common in older adults, especially in those attending falls services. Yet, the extent to which dizziness is associated with future falls has not been reviewed. This systematic review and meta-analysis assessed the association between dizziness and future falls and related injuries in older adults.
Methods
EMBASE, CINAHL Plus, SCOPUS and PsycINFO databases were searched from inception to 5 February 2024… Show more
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