Assessing mobility and preventing falls in older patients

A large, controlled trial sponsored by the National Institute on Aging showed a substantial reduction in falls among patients aged 70 and older who practiced Tai Chi, a martial art emphasizing slow, fluid, and precise movements (see "Tai Chi for older people").13 This cost-effective activi...

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Published inPatient Care Vol. 13; no. 10; p. 58
Main Authors Fisher, R H, Alexander, Neil B, Edelberg, Helen K
Format Trade Publication Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Mississauga Rogers Media Inc 01.10.2002
Subjects
Arthritis
Elder care
Falls
Frailty
Health risk assessment
Joints
Older people
Shoes & boots
Canada
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Summary:A large, controlled trial sponsored by the National Institute on Aging showed a substantial reduction in falls among patients aged 70 and older who practiced Tai Chi, a martial art emphasizing slow, fluid, and precise movements (see "Tai Chi for older people").13 This cost-effective activity is also believed to reduce BP, improve balance and strength, and reduce pain and debility.
ISSN:0845-065X