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Elderly in Rural Ecuador Face High Risk of Falls, Urgent Action Needed
The goal of the study was to assess the balance of older adults in a rural area of Ecuador to understand their risk of falling. The researchers worked with 15 elderly individuals at a senior center and found that all of them had a moderate risk of falls. The tests showed that standing without help was easier than standing on one foot. The study concluded that balance assessment is crucial for promoting activities and reducing the risk of falls in older adults.
