Falls and fear of falling among elderly persons living in the community: occupational therapy interventions.

Each year, about one third of the population over 65 years of age experiences at least one fall (Perry, 1982). Assessment of the incidence of falls and the prevalence, intensity, and covariates of fear of falling among community-based elderly persons was conducted through interviews of 115 residents...

Descripción completa

Detalles Bibliográficos
Publicado en:American Journal of Occupational Therapy Vol. 45; no. 2; pp. 119 - 123
Autores principales: Walker JE, Howland J
Formato: research tables/charts Journal Article
Publicado: American Occupational Therapy Association Feb1991
Acceso en línea:Ver este registro en EBSCOhost