Falls are a major cause of morbidity and mortality in older adults, yet the World Falls Guidelines algorithm for predicting fall risk lacks systematic evaluation. To evaluate this tool, the researchers conducted a systematic review across MEDLINE, Embase, and Google Scholar to screen studies and extract data on cohort characteristics, algorithm adaptations, baseline risk distributions, and prospective fall outcomes.

Pieruccini-Faria, F., Son, S., Delbaere, K., van der Velde, N., Lord, S. R., Martin, F. C., Ryg, J., Tan, M. P., Liu-Ambrose, T., Amaris, D., Hicks, C., Masud, T., & Montero-Odasso, M. (2026). Validation of the World Falls Guidelines risk stratification algorithm. A systematic review. Age and Ageing, 55(8). https://doi.org/10.1093/ageing/afag231   Manuel Montero-Odasso

People with chronic conditions or movement difficulties often struggle to transition from inactivity to regular physical exercise. The authors outlined a step-by-step framework using machine-assisted movement without muscle effort to help people start exercising.

Tari, B., Heath, M., Rattley, K., Ronca, F., Zou, L., & Herold, F. (2026). A bridge over the river of sedentary behaviour: Passive exercise as a path to better health. Advanced Exercise and Health Science. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aehs.2026.07.003   Matthew Heath

Muscle and joint conditions cause disability worldwide among persons aged 60 years and above who frequently have multiple chronic health problems.

Ziebart, C., Heckman, G., Giangregorio, L. M., Jiwa, F., & Thain, J. (2026). Beyond the Fracture Clinic: 3 Things a Surgeon Can Do to Help Older Patients Stay Out of the Hospital. Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. https://doi.org/10.2106/jbjs.26.00954   Lora Giangregorio