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Table 3 Perceived views on falls and the falls interventions by older persons with a high risk of falls when preventing falls

From: Views and experiences of Malaysian older persons about falls and their prevention—A qualitative study

Theme

Categories

1. Views on falls

1. Thankful for getting away with minor injuries

2. Falls are difficult to predict

3. Falls are not serious and therefore do not need to be disclosed

4. Falls lead to serious complication

5. Falls are part of old age

2. Help-seeking behavior

1. Seeking traditional medicine

2. Delay in seeking medical attention

3. Views on falls interventions

1. Exercise can prevent falls

2. Issues with the use of walking aids

3. Home hazards assessment

3. Response to referrals