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Showing 1 to 3 of 3 for “"Fall efficacy"”.
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The Impact of Fall Efficacy on Occupational Performance in Community-Dwelling Older Adults
<p>Falls are a major health concern in the older adult (OA) population. While there is research on falls and their prevention, research on how low fall efficacy (FE) impacts the occupational engagement of the OA population is limited. FE is defined as the confidence a person has in his/her ability …
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The Lifestyle-integrated Functional Exercise Program for Older Adults
… the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, falls are the most common cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries among older adults over the age of 65 (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2009). Falls can lead to a myriad of traumatic physical and emotional consequences. Integrated …
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An investigation of the contribution of axial rigidity to turning deficits in individuals with Parkinson’s disease
… postural instability increases their risk of falling. Therefore, understanding the mechanisms underpinning turning deficits in PD is highly important for rehabilitation and fall prevention. The first aim of this thesis was to clarify the mechanisms of increased fall risk during turning in PD …