Is it possible to predict falls in older adults using gait kinematics?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2018.08.006
Abstract: Background: Gait kinematic parameters have been reported as an important clinical tool to assess the risk of falls in older adults. However, the ability of these parameters to predict falls in the older population is… read more here.
Keywords: falls older; gait kinematic; kinematic parameters; kinematics ... See more keywords
Using pharmacy dispensing data to predict falls in older individuals
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DOI: 10.1111/bcp.14506
Abstract: Associations between individual medication use and falling in older individuals are well‐documented. However, a comprehensive risk score that takes into account overall medication use and that can be used in daily pharmacy practice is lacking.… read more here.
Keywords: dispensing data; pharmacy dispensing; predict falls; older individuals ... See more keywords
Changes in Motor Behavior Predict Falls and Identify Acute Events.
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DOI: 10.1177/01939459211031981
Abstract: This study aimed to examine how changes in motor behavior are associated with falls, delirium, and urinary tract infections (UTIs). Twenty-three (128 observations) skilled nursing residents were examined for up to 18 months. In multilevel models,… read more here.
Keywords: distance; time; motor behavior; changes motor ... See more keywords