Balance performance in older adults with hip osteoarthritis: A systematic review

By 2050, older adults (aged 60 years or over) are estimated to account for 21% of the worldwide population [1]. Trends in population ageing are expected to be associated with increased healthcare costs and prevalence of age-related diseases, such as osteoarthritis (OA). OA commonly affects weight-bearing joints of the lower limb [2,3], with hip OA reported to affect up to 15% of adults aged 55 years and over [3].
Source: Gait and Posture - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Tags: Review Source Type: research