How does wearing red socks in the hospital contribute to fall prevention, and how can patient awareness be improved?
Abstract
Red socks may signify fall risk, but their use in fall prevention shows limited evidence of effectiveness. Enhanced educational efforts and advanced technologies might offer better results in reducing hospital falls.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Balance
Gait
and Falls Prevention
Patient Safety and Medication Errors
Infection Control in Healthcare
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 29 January 2026