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Nationwide Update on Prevalence of Falls, Injurious Falls, Concerns About Falling, and Fall Prevention in Persons With Multiple Sclerosis.

Libak AbouChloe McCloskeyCory WernimontNora E FritzAnna L Kratz
Published in: American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation (2024)
Despite advances in falls research over the last decades, falling continues to be a highly prevalent problem for people with multiple sclerosis. About one-third of those falls result in injuries. Concerns about falling among fallers and nonfallers affect the performance of daily activities and independence. Few people receive a formal falls prevention education or training.
Keyphrases
  • community dwelling
  • multiple sclerosis
  • healthcare
  • white matter
  • physical activity