Analyzing the problem of falls among older people

Falls are a serious problem facing the elderly. The prevention of falls that contribute to disability, mainly in elderly people, is an important issue. Ensuring the greatest possible functionality for elderly people is an important element in the prevention of disability. This paper analyzes the imp...

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Published in:International journal of general medicine 2012-01, Vol.5 (default), p.805-813
Main Author: Dionyssiotis, Yannis
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Patients
rehabilitation
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Risk factors
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