Digital Storytelling Trial Tests Novel Fall Prevention Approach in Community-Dwelling Older Adults — Evidence-Based Health Promotion Strategy
247 Health News Editorial
·18 June 2026
·4 min read
·clinical-trialsA Turkish randomised trial tests whether digital storytelling based on health promotion theory can reduce falls and fear of falling in community-dwelling older adults. Results expected 2026.
Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov
References
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