The relationship between risk factors for falling and the quality of life in older adults

• Main Authors: Ozdirenc Mehtap (Author), Gelecek Nihal (Author), Donat Hulya (Author), Ozcan Ayse (Author), Karadibak Didem (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2005-08-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Falls are one of the major health problems that effect the quality of life among older adults. The aim of this study was to explore the relationship between quality of life (Short Form-12) and the risk factors of falls (balance, func...