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Assistive devices and home modifications in geriatric rehabilitation

Clinics in Geriatric Medicine

Author: Axtel, L. A., Yasuda, Y. L.
Year: 1993
Type: Journal Article

Abstract:

This article discusses the role of assistive devices and home modifications in maximising the independence of elderly adults, and the factors that contribute to their use. It also classifies common assistive devices into four categories - mobility, personal care, home skills, leisure activities - and briefly describes them.

Further Details

Full Title Clinics in Geriatric Medicine
Pages 803-821
Volume 9
Issue 4
Accession Number 12.3.03
Keywords older, mobility, assistive device, modification

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