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Restriction in activity associated with fear of falling among community-based seniors using home care services

Age and Ageing

Author: Fletcher, P. C., Hirdes, J. P.
Year: 2004
Type: Journal Article

Abstract:

This cross-sectional study examines the factors associated with restriction of activity resulting from fear of falling among 2,300 seniors receiving home care services. The results indicated that being female, having various impairements and limitations, lack of support and being a multiple faller, significantly increased risk of fear of falling, whereas individuals that used antipsychotics and individuals that had Alzheimer's disease were less likely to report restricting their activity.


Further Details

Full Title Age and Ageing
Pages 273-279
Volume 33
Issue 3
Accession Number November, 2010
Electronic Resource Number 10.1093/ageing/afh077
Keywords older, safety, fear of falling, risk factors, community-based seniors, home care population

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