Fear of Falling Avoidance Behavior in Parkinson's Disease: Most Frequently Avoided Activities.
John V RiderJason K LonghurstJames W NavaltaDaniel L YoungMerrill R LandersPublished in: OTJR : occupation, participation and health (2022)
Individuals with PD avoid walking in compromised situations and engaging in recreational/leisure activities due to FFAB. While excessive FFAB may increase the odds of falling, protective forms may be associated with decreased odds. Targeting FFAB among individuals with PD may increase safe participation in meaningful occupations in the home and community.