Identification of Risk Factors for Falls in Multiple Sclerosis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Abstract

There is limited evidence of the factors associated with fall risk in people with MS. Further methodologically robust studies are needed.

Observational Safety Study of THC: CBD Oromucosal Spray (Sativex) in Multiple Sclerosis Patients with Spasticity

“…Two mild falls were recorded during the observation period but neither patient sought medical attention because of injury. It is worth noting that psychiatric symptoms and falls are known to be common in patients with MS irrespective of the presence of spasticity, and their risk increases in line with disease progression and degree of disability [25][26][27].…”

Medications Are Associated with Falls in People with Multiple Sclerosis

“…[1][2][3][4][5] More than 50% of people with MS fall in a 3-to 6-month period, and approximately 30% to 50% fall multiple times. [4][5][6] Falls in people with MS are associated with injuries 3,7,8 and adversely affect quality of life. 9 Fall risk in MS is generally attributed to impairments in the wide range of functions affected by the disease, including balance, cognition, vision, muscle strength and tone, coordination, and sensation.…”

Participation as an Outcome in Multiple Sclerosis Falls-Prevention Research

“…6 Recurrent falls are also a concern in this population, as are injurious falls. 7 There are numerous risk factors for falls among people with MS, 6 as well as numerous consequences.…”

“…6 Recurrent falls are also a concern in this population, as are injurious falls. 7 There are numerous risk factors for falls among people with MS, 6 as well as numerous consequences. Some consequences are immediate (eg, an injury), while others develop over time and may actually become risk factors for subsequent falls (eg, fear of falling, activity restriction).…”