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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Main Author: YoungJi Ko PhD
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2019-06-01
Series:Geriatric Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/2151459319853463