Hip Protector Use in Older Adults
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention group:The participants in the intervention group will ware the 3D-printed hip protectors for 12 month.
Control group:The participants in the control group will ware the conventional hip protectors for 12 month.
Sponsors
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
65 Years to No maximum
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Individuals will be included if they meet the following criteria: 1. Age >=65 years and residing in a care home; 2. Not bedridden or confined to a wheelchair; 3. Able to express basic needs (e.g., comfort or discomfort). All eligible participants will be asked to provide informed consent.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Older adults will be excluded if they: 1. are physically disabled; 2. have skin issues (e.g., infection, ulcer); or 3. have agitated behavior. The functional status of participants will be confirmed through health records.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Acceptance rate ;Adherence rate, day and night ;Percentage of protected falls ;Percentage of protected residents ; | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Incidence of hip injury;Adverse effects;Costs of using hip protectors ;Perceived benefits of hip protectors; | — |
Countries
China
Contacts
Public ContactYang Yijian
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Outcome results
None listed