Our Vision
We believe that everyone should have access to simple, effective tools to stay independent and live well for longer.
Through Ylva Health, StandingTall is part of a broader vision to empower older Australians to live independently, confidently, and safely through evidence-based, accessible programs.
About StandingTall
StandingTall was created through over a decade of research at Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA), a leading independent medical research institute. It is grounded in world-class evidence on balance, mobility, and fall prevention.
Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and loss of independence in older adults. StandingTall was developed to address this challenge with a simple, accessible solution that can be used safely at home, at any time.
What we do
StandingTall delivers personalised exercises directly to your device, helping you build strength, stability, and confidence. Whether you’re living independently, recovering from illness, or supporting a loved one, it provides a practical, research-driven approach to fall prevention.
With close to 1,000 exercises targeting balance, strength, and cardiovascular health, the program adapts to your needs and progresses with you. Built-in balance checks allow you to track your progress and ensure the program remains tailored and effective over time.
Backed by evidence,
designed for everyday life
StandingTall is not just another exercise app. It is built on rigorous clinical research and has been tested in real-world settings, including community and aged care environments.
Clinical trials have shown that StandingTall users:
• Improve balance and mobility
• Increase confidence in daily activities
• Reduce their risk of falls by up to 20%
The team behind StandingTall
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This journey reflects a rigorous and iterative process:
• Foundational research to understand fall risk and prevention
• Co-design and prototyping to ensure usability and engagement
• Clinical trials and validation to demonstrate effectiveness
• Implementation and scaling across real-world settings
• Digital transformation and commercialisation through Ylva Health
Working closely with older adults, clinicians, and aged care providers, the team has designed, tested, and refined the program to ensure it is not only effective, but also engaging and practical for everyday use.
This work reflects a shared commitment to translating research into real-world impact, helping people stay independent, confident, and safe as they age.
StandingTall is now positioned to deliver evidence-based fall prevention at scale across the community, healthcare, and aged care sectors.
Our Partners
NeuRA
StandingTall continues to be closely connected to its research origins through NeuRA. This partnership ensures the program remains at the forefront of evidence-based care.
Miroma Project Factory
We are proud to partner with Miroma Project Factory in the development of StandingTall. Their expertise in digital health, design, and innovation has been instrumental in bringing the platform to life and scaling its impact.
Long-term partner since 2017.
UNSW Sydney
StandingTall is supported through a strong partnership with UNSW Sydney, one of Australia’s leading research universities. Through UNSW’s innovation and investment ecosystem, StandingTall has been recognised as a high-impact research translation initiative.
