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The science of falls and how to prevent them

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As populations age, falls are an increasing public health problem; strategies to prevent them should incorporate new technologies and insights into the sensory, perceptual and motor systems controlling balance.

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S.E.L., W.Y. and G.W. are supported by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Exeter Biomedical Research Centre.

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    Sarah E. Lamb, Genevieve Williams & Will Young

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Lamb, S.E., Williams, G. & Young, W. The science of falls and how to prevent them. Nat Med 30, 35–36 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41591-023-02749-y

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