Frailty assessment in older adults using upper-extremity function: index development

Frailty assessment in older adults using upper-extremity function: index development

Abstract Background Numerous multidimensional assessment tools have been developed to measure frailty; however, the clinical feasibility of these tools is limited. We previously developed and validated an upper-extremity function (UEF) assessment method that incorporates wearable motion sensors. The...

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Main Authors: Nima Toosizadeh, Christopher Wendel, Chiu-Hsieh Hsu, Edward Zamrini, Jane Mohler
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-06-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
Subjects:
Upper-limb movement
Disability
Geriatrics
Wearable sensor
Motor performance
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12877-017-0509-1

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