Association between chronic diseases and falls among a sample of older people in Finland

Association between chronic diseases and falls among a sample of older people in Finland

Abstract Background Falls are a major problem for older people and recurrent fallers are especially prone to severe consequences due to falls. This study investigated the association between chronic conditions and falls. Methods Responses from 872 older persons (age 65–98) to a health questionnaire...

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Main Authors: Milla Immonen, Marianne Haapea, Heidi Similä, Heidi Enwald, Niina Keränen, Maarit Kangas, Timo Jämsä, Raija Korpelainen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-06-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
Subjects:
Falls
Recurrent falls
Fall risk
Chronic diseases
Older adults
Geriatrics
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12877-020-01621-9

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