The effect of spinomed orthosis on risk of falling in elderly patients with spinal hyperkyphosis

Background : Falls in the elderly are common and are associated with appreciable morbidity and mortality. Hyperkyphosis is a risk factor for balance impairment and postural instability. Increased forward curvature of the spine displaces the center of mass anteriorly towards the limits of stability,...

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Published in:	طب جانباز
Main Authors:	F. Azadinia, M. Kamyab, H. Behtash, R. Vahab Kashani, R. Javaheri
Format:	Article
Language:	Persian
Published:	Afarand Scholarly Publishing Institute 2011-01-01
Subjects:	elderly hyperkyphosis balance postural stability spinal orthosis
Online Access:	http://ijwph.ir/article-1-104-en.html