Dane County Safety Assessment (SAFE) Research Study

Not Applicable

Completed

• Conditions: Falls

• Registration Number: NCT00140322
• Lead Sponsor: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Brief Summary

A randomized controlled trial to assess the effectiveness of an at-home comprehensive approach to preventing falls among adults 65 years and older at high risk for falls.

Detailed Description

A randomized controlled trial to assess the effectiveness of a comprehensive approach to preventing falls among adults 65 years and older at high risk for falls. This intervention includes a comprehensive health assessment in each participant's home combined with tailored risk reduction strategies such as individualized strength and balance exercises. The study is also conducting a community-based program to engage and educate physicians about fall prevention.

The goal of the study is to demonstrate a 40% decrease in fall rates. Other expected outcomes include decreased hospital and nursing home stays, improved physical function, and a decreased fear of falling.

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2002-10
• Primary Completion: 2005-08
• Study Completion: 2005-08
• Study First Submitted: 2005-08-30
• Study First Submitted QC: 2005-08-30
• Study First Posted: 2005-09-01
• Status Verified: 2025-03
• Last Update Submitted: 2025-03-18
• Last Update Posted: 2025-03-19

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: COMPLETED
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 455

Inclusion Criteria

Adults age 65+, at high risk for falls, -

Exclusion Criteria

Adults <65 years

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: PARALLEL

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Decreased fall rates

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
decreased hospital and nursing home stays
decreased fear of falling
improved physical function