Gait, Balance, and Fall Prevention | 合法醫療器材資訊網

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Ochsner J. 2001 Apr; 3(2): 94–97.

General Internal Medicine, Ochsner Clinic, Metairie, and Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation, New Orleans, LA

Falls are an increasing problem as people age. The healthcare costs of falls (hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation, equipment, homehealth services, and institutionalization) can be as high as $500 million a year. The emotional, physical, and personal costs to the individual are even higher. Most falls could be prevented by a vigilant physician anticipating, assessing, and correcting fall risks, which may be medical, mechanical, or ...