The association between timed up and go test and history of falls: The Tromsø study

The association between timed up and go test and history of falls: The Tromsø study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Fall-related injuries in older adults are a major health problem. Although the aetiology of falls is multifactorial, physical factors are assumed to contribute significantly. The "Timed up and go test" (TUG) is designed to...

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Main Authors: Thornquist Eline, Joakimsen Ragnar M, Thrane Gyrd
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2007-01-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2318/7/1

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