Fall prevention for people with learning disabilities: key points and recommendations for practitioners and researchers. Issue 2 (3rd April 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Finlayson, Janet
• Is Part Of: Tizard learning disability review. Volume 23:Issue 2(2018:Apr.)
• Page Start: 91
• Page End: 99
• Publication Date: 2018-04-03
• Subjects: Health promotion -- Epilepsy -- Fall prevention -- Fall risk assessment -- Fractures -- Injury prevention; Learning disabilities -- Periodicals; Learning disabled -- Periodicals; Social service -- Periodicals; 362.2
• DOI: 10.1108/TLDR-06-2017-0026
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1359-5474

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to provide a narrative review of what is currently known about the high rates of falls, and fall injuries, which are experienced by people with learning disabilities (LDs) throughout their lives. Design/methodology/approach: Narrative review. Current evidence is summarised as key points and recommendations for practitioners and researchers. Findings: People with LDs experience similar rates of falls as older adults in the wider population, but throughout their lives, or at an earlier age. Originality/value: Key points and recommendations are summarised for practitioners and researchers to promote fall prevention strategies and interventions for people with LDs.