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Basic biomechanical and anatomical principles underpinning grab rails

Author: Bridge, C.
Year: 2003
Type: Report

Abstract:

This paper outlines basic research undertaken within the Faculty of Health Sciences since1992. It examines the basic biomechanical, anatomical and anthropometric principles underlying an understanding of how grabrail prescription impacts on normal sit to stand activities particularly the activity of toileting for ambulant older persons. The significance of these issues is accentuated by confusion amongst therapists in the context of high caseloads, limited time, relatively low funding, and laws and regulations, which are not framed to apply to individuals homes or to include the community service sector.

Further Details

Author Home Modification & Maintainance Information Clearing House Project, Faculties of Health Sciences and Architecture
Publish Dates 13 May 2003
Pages 11
Publish Location Sydney
Publisher University of Sydney
Accession Number July, 2010
Work Type Report
Keywords Grabrailoldermobilitymodification

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