Abstract
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have an increased risk of falls compared to healthy controls. Previous studies reported that the incidence of fractures in RA patients was mainly caused by falls. Some factors including tender and/or swollen joint counts, low levels of physical activity and history of falls are reported to be associated with falls in the patients with RA. Control of disease activity in the patients is essential to reduce the risk of falls and the burden of fracture. Moreover, potential interventions to prevent falls such as osteoporosis therapy and balance training are necessary for the patients.
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