Circadian rhythm of postural control, sleepiness and verticality perception in older adults.

Antoine LangeardAmira ZouabiTristan MartinGaËlle QuarckAntoine Gauthier

Published in: Age and ageing (2022)

older adults present a circadian rhythm of balance, in particular in more challenging conditions, and the lowest performances occurred in the late afternoon These circadian rhythms could explain some of the falls happening at this time in community-dwelling older adults.

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