Fuzzy based Fall Risk Prediction in Older Adults

The global elderly population is increasing rapidly, leading to a rise in chronic illnesses and co-existing conditions, which in turn results in higher healthcare expenses. Accidental falls are among the leading causes of injury-related deaths in elderly individuals. This study aims to create a real-time monitoring system using vital signs to foresee a future fall in older adults by identifying abnormalities through continuous monitoring. The proposed fall prediction technique, employing the Fuzzy-based Fall Prediction Algorithm, utilizes Fuzzy rules to learn and execute tasks. The obtained results are then classified according to different levels of predicted risk indicators. The developed model is tested using data from older adults sourced from a public repository and compared with the results of the theoretical evaluation. The simulated outcomes demonstrate that the proposed algorithm achieves 96% accuracy, 93.75% sensitivity, and 100% specificity. Utilizing these advancements in the proposed heterogeneous technology allows for the early prediction of falls in the elderly and can potentially save lives.