Factors associated with use of assistive walking devices among older adults in Brazil

Factors associated with use of assistive walking devices among older adults in Brazil

Abstract Background Walking devices and other forms of assistive technology (AT) can benefit older adults by supporting mobility and social interactions, but usage outside of high-income countries is generally low. Objective To examine the factors associated with AT use and whether AT use is assoc...

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Main Authors: Flavia Cristina Drumond Andrade, Nessa Steinberg, Shondra L. Clay, Reginald Alston
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Instituto de Estudos em Saúde Coletiva da Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro 2022-01-01
Series:Cadernos de Saúde Coletiva
Subjects:
assistive devices
walking
health of the elderly
social participation
Brazil
Online Access:http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S1414-462X2022005023205&tlng=en

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