The Association between Gait Speed and Falls in Community Dwelling Older Adults with and without Mild Cognitive Impairment

(1) Background: Falls are common in older adults and result in injuries, loss of independence, and death. Slow gait is associated with falls in older adults, but few studies have assessed the association between gait speed and falls among those with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). (2) Methods: The...

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Main Authors: Claire E. Adam, Annette L. Fitzpatrick, Cindy S. Leary, Anjum Hajat, Elizabeth A. Phelan, Christina Park, Erin O. Semmens
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-04-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/18/7/3712