Experiences of fear of falling in persons with Parkinson’s disease – a qualitative study

Abstract Background Fear of falling is common among persons with Parkinson’s disease and is negatively associated with quality of life. However a lack of in-depth understanding of fear of falling as a phenomenon persists. This qualitative study aimed to explore the experiences of fear of falling in...

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Main Authors: Stina B. Jonasson, Maria H. Nilsson, Jan Lexell, Gunilla Carlsson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-02-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12877-018-0735-1