New findings highlight the limits of prevention alone—underscoring the case for solutions like Viconic Fall Defense. 

A recent study reveals a sobering truth about fall prevention among older adults: even with well-established strategies in place, significant barriers persist—and injuries still happen.

The research explored challenges faced by primary-care teams in implementing evidence-based fall prevention practices. Among the barriers cited were limited clinical time, lack of role clarity among care team members, poor coordination with community resources, and difficulty integrating prevention strategies into routine workflows. Even though interventions like exercise programs, medication management, and environmental modifications are known to be effective, translating them into everyday practice remains difficult.

But perhaps most importantly, the study underscores a fundamental point: fall prevention is critical, but it’s not foolproof.

That’s where fall protection comes in.

At Viconic, we believe the built environment plays an essential role in reducing the consequences of a fall—especially when prevention efforts fall short. Our patented Viconic Fall Defense system sits underneath the flooring in senior care communities, providing a layer of impact absorption that helps reduce serious injuries like fractures and head trauma when a fall does occur.

And the results speak for themselves: In rooms equipped with Viconic, severe fall-related injuries have been reduced by 81%.

Here’s why this matters:

• The risk of falls can’t be eliminated—but the harm can be reduced.
  Even the best prevention efforts won’t stop every fall. Adding a protective flooring layer ensures there’s a safety net when they happen.
• Protection is passive and consistent.
  Unlike human-led interventions that may vary in quality or consistency, Viconic Fall Defense is always in place, always working.
• It reduces injuries without impeding mobility.
  Our system is low-profile, durable, and compatible with mobility aids, making it ideal for both new builds and renovations.
• It complements—not replaces—existing fall strategies.
  From staffing protocols to clinical programs, Viconic adds another dimension to a holistic fall management plan.

As the research makes clear, fall prevention alone isn’t enough. Providers must adopt a layered approach—one that not only works to prevent falls but also protects residents when they occur.

Because in senior care, the question isn’t if someone might fall—it’s what happens next.
Let’s make sure we’re ready for that moment.

Learn more about how Viconic Fall Defense is transforming fall management in senior care.