Psychometric properties of the original and short versions of the Falls Efficacy Scale-International (FES-I) in people with Parkinson’s disease

Abstract Background Fear of falling is common in people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and is associated with an increased risk for future falls, activity limitations and a reduced quality of life. The Falls Efficacy Scale-International (FES-I) assesses fear of falling conceptualized as concerns abou...

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Main Authors: Stina B Jonasson, Maria H Nilsson, Jan Lexell
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-05-01
Series:Health and Quality of Life Outcomes
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12955-017-0689-6