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MU researchers developing technology to prevent senior falls

 

 

Falls are the leading cause of injury deaths among older adults. At MU, nursing and engineering researchers have teamed up to develop technology to improve elderly care. By observing stunt actors falling, they can assess the risk of debilitating falls and determine measures used to detect and prevent such events.

 

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