Abstract
Falls in elderly are the leading cause of injury. A fall can result in serious injuries leading to loss of independence, hospitalization, increased medical costs, and a greater economic burden. Therefore, the development and implementation of effective strategies to prevent falls in elderly is a vital challenge for the health society.
Original language | English |
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Number of pages | 2 |
Publication status | Published - 16 Sept 2016 |
Event | Falls and Postural Stability Conference of the British Geriatric Society - Edinburgh, United Kingdom Duration: 16 Sept 2016 → 16 Sept 2016 |
Conference
Conference | Falls and Postural Stability Conference of the British Geriatric Society |
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Country/Territory | United Kingdom |
City | Edinburgh |
Period | 16/09/16 → 16/09/16 |
Keywords
- postural stability
- falls
- geriatrics