Longitudinal changes in physical activity levels and fear of falling after hip fracture.
Chang-Yin TuNora ShieldsStephen D GillMark TaceyChristopher LindnerChrianna BharatPublished in: Physiotherapy research international : the journal for researchers and clinicians in physical therapy (2020)
Although fear of falling and physical activity improved in the 6 months following discharge, both remained negatively affected compared to normative data. Rehabilitation post hip fracture should include routine assessment of fear of falling as a potential barrier for return of physical activities.