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Six‐month prospective study of fall risk factors identification in patients post‐stroke
ConclusionsFear of falling was the best indicator of falling. Receiving physical therapy after a stroke seems to highly contribute to improved functional independence of activities in daily living, and increased self‐confidence and cognitive function. Geriatr Gerontol Int 2013; ●●: ●●–●●.
Source: Geriatrics and Gerontology International - October 28, 2013 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Chutima Jalayondeja, Patricia E Sullivan, Sopa Pichaiyongwongdee Tags: Original Article: Epidemiology, Clinical Practice and Health Source Type: research

Post-stroke Spasticity: A Review of Epidemiology, Pathophysiology, and Treatments
Publication date: Available online 19 June 2018 Source:International Journal of Gerontology Author(s): Chih-Lin Kuo, Gwo-Chi Hu Spasticity is a common condition in stroke survivors, and may be associated with pain and joint contracture, leading to poor quality of life and increased caregiver burden. Although the underlying mechanisms are not well-understood, it may be due to disruption of the balance of supra-spinal inhibitory and excitatory sensory inputs directed to the spinal cord, leading to a state of disinhibition of the stretch reflex. The treatment options include physical therapy, modality and pharmacological tre...
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - June 28, 2018 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Interventions to prevent non-critical care hospital acquired pneumonia – a systematic review
Conclusions There is currently insufficient trial evidence on preventing non-critical care hospital-acquired pneumonia to make recommendations on practice.
Source: European Geriatric Medicine - April 24, 2015 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research