Prevalence of Cognitive and Vestibular Impairment in Seniors Experiencing Falls.

Brenda VarrianoShaleen SulwayCurtis WetmoreWanda DillonKaren MisquittaNamita MultaniCassandra AnorMaria MartinezElena CacchioneJohn RutkaMaria Carmela Tartaglia

Published in: The Canadian journal of neurological sciences. Le journal canadien des sciences neurologiques (2020)

VI and CI are prevalent in seniors experiencing falls. For seniors with history of falls, both cognitive and vestibular functions should be considered in the assessment and subsequent treatment. Screening enables earlier detection, targeted interventions, and prevention, reducing the clinical and financial impact.

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