Prediction of Post-stroke Falls by Quantitative Assessment of Balance.

Published in: Annals of rehabilitation medicine (2017)

The weight bearing asymmetry and postural sway were significantly increased in patients with stroke. Older age and impaired postural control increased the risk of post-stroke falls.

Keyphrases

community dwelling
physical activity
atrial fibrillation
body mass index
weight loss
brain injury
subarachnoid hemorrhage
cerebral ischemia