TY  - BOOK
AU  - Pelliard,Thomas
AU  -  Brika,Marine
AU  -  Rulleau,Thomas
TI  - Preventing falls among frail elderly patients in acute care: The use of non-slip socks. A systematic literature review
PY  - 2021///.
							
N1  - 22
N2  - Introduction: Falls among hospitalized frail elderly patients are a worrying, major daily phenomenon.Context: Inadequate footwear, frequently observed in this population, is one of the main risk factors behind falls. Several hospitals use non-slip socks as a preventive measure. However, in the context of evidence-based medicine, it is important to verify the existence of strong evidence for their effectiveness.Objective: The aim of this study is to determine the preventive effectiveness of non-slip socks.Method: Five databases were investigated (PubMed, PEDro, Cochrane, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar). Eligibility criteria were established (using the PICO method), for studies including elderly hospitalized patients.Results: Seven studies were included. Non-slip socks showed a preventive effect in reducing the recurrence of falls (p=0.009) and the prevalence of falls related to urinary incontinence.Discussion: Several studies conclude on the added value of non-slip socks compared to traditional socks or slippers. The limitations inherent in the selected studies are taken into account when drawing conclusions.Conclusion: Footwear that is considered safe by therapists and secure by the patient is currently the most recommended option. However, more clinical studies are needed to support our findings
UR  - https://shs.cairn.info/journal-recherche-en-soins-infirmiers-2021-3-page-60?lang=en&redirect-ssocas=7080
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