Hip Protectors to Prevent Fall-Related Fractures.

Part of a special section on falls and fall-related injuries suffered by aging people. The writers discuss the novel approach of using hip protectors to prevent fall-related fractures. Through their discussion on how hip protectors work, the design variations, efficacy and other benefits, and some...

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Publicado en:	Generations Vol. 26; no. 4; pp. 82 - 86
Autores principales:	Peterson, Elizabeth Walker, Howland, Jonathan, Lauritzen, Jes B.
Formato:	Artículo
Publicado:	American Society on Aging Winter 2002/2003
Materias:	Accidental falls Prevention of injuries in older people Hip fractures
Acceso en línea:	Ver este registro en EBSCOhost