It is always on your mind: experiences and perceptions of falling of older people and their carers and the potential of a mobile falls detection device.
Background. Falls and fear of falling present a major risk to older people as both can affect their quality of life and independence. Mobile assistive technologies (AT) fall detection devices may maximise the potential for older people to live independently for as long as possible within their own h...
Main Authors: | Williams, V, Victor, C, McCrindle, R |
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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2013
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