Pre- and Perioperative Risk Factors of Post Hip Fracture Surgery Walking Failure in the Elderly
Introduction: Osteoporotic hip fractures are a major problem. They increase mortality, morbidity, and functional decline. Recovery of ambulatory status is an essential prerequisite for older adults living in a normal environment. The main objective of this study was to investigate walking failure at...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SAGE Publishing
2019-06-01
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Series: | Geriatric Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1177/2151459319853463 |