The Differential Effect of First-Time Single-Point Cane Use between Healthy Young and Older Adults
Background: Walking aids are often introduced to older adults to enable independent mobility. Single-point canes are the most common device used. Benefits are tempered by research suggesting that walking aids increase fall risk. A better understanding of the effect of walking aid use on gait perform...
Main Authors: | Divine, A. (Author), Hill, K.D (Author), Holmes, J.D (Author), Hunter, S.W (Author), Johnson, A.M (Author), Madou, E. (Author), Omana, H. (Author), Wittich, W. (Author) |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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John Wiley and Sons Inc
2021
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Online Access: | View Fulltext in Publisher |
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