Gait stability and variability measures show effects of impaired cognition and dual tasking in frail people

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Falls in frail elderly are a common problem with a rising incidence. Gait and postural instability are major risk factors for falling, particularly in geriatric patients. As walking requires attention, cognitive impairments are likel...

Full description

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: de Vries Oscar J, Appels Bregje A, van Campen Jos P, van Deudekom Floor J, Lamoth Claudine J, Pijnappels Mirjam
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-01-01
Series:Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation
Online Access:http://www.jneuroengrehab.com/content/8/1/2