Therapy options for those affected by a long lie after a fall: a scoping review

Abstract Background After a fall, more than half of older people living alone are unable to get up or get help independently. Fall-related recumbency makes affected individuals aware of functional status limitations and increased vulnerability. Patient-centered therapy is needed to manage physical,...

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Main Authors: Jenny Kubitza, Margit Haas, Lena Keppeler, Bernd Reuschenbach
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-07-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-022-03258-2