Award
Maryland Department of Veterans and Military Families 5I01RX003484-05
Reducing Fall Risk with the use of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation to Maximize the Hip Abductor Muscles in Older Veterans
Recipient
Baltimore VA Medical Center
Awarded
May 13, 2026
Identifier
5I01RX003484-05
A research project funded by the Veterans Affairs to study neuromuscular electrical stimulation and balance training to reduce fall risk in older Veterans.
Description
This project aims to evaluate the effectiveness of neuromuscular electrical stimulation combined with balance training to reduce fall risk among older Veterans. The study is a large randomized control trial with a focus on improving balance, muscle strength, and mobility, ultimately aiming to decrease falls in this population.