Effects of time since the fall on strength, functional performance, and postural control in physically independent older adults: a cross-sectional analysis.
Background: The growth of the older adult population requires special attention to their health, as chronic diseases can affect their functional capacity and quality of life. Falls are frequent in this group, but it is unclear whether the time elapsed since the fall influences muscle strength, agili...
| Publicado en: | Manual Therapy, Posturology & Rehabilitation Journal Vol. 23; pp. 1 - 9 |
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Revista Terapia Manual
2025
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