Analysis of the effectiveness of ActivLife training in people over 60 years of age: A pilot study.
Background One of the most important geriatric problems which increases the risk of injury and disability is falling. The consequences involve fractures of the hips and femoral neck, leading to restrictions in mobility, independence and the quality of life. Reduction of the risk is the main challeng...
| Publicado en: | Gerontechnology Vol. 16; no. 3; pp. 189 - 196 |
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| Formato: | research tables/charts Journal Article |
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International Society for Gerontechnology
2017
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