Occupational Therapy and the Use of Technology on Older Adult Fall Prevention: A Scoping Review

Occupational Therapy and the Use of Technology on Older Adult Fall Prevention: A Scoping Review

<i>Introduction</i>: Falls are the second leading cause of accidental or non-intentional deaths worldwide and are the most common problem as people age. The primary purpose of addressing falls is to detect, prevent, treat, and reduce their incidence and consequences. Previous studies ide...

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Main Authors: María del Carmen Miranda-Duro, Laura Nieto-Riveiro, Patricia Concheiro-Moscoso, Betania Groba, Thais Pousada, Nereida Canosa, Javier Pereira
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-01-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Subjects:
older adults
falls
occupation
occupational therapy
scoping review
smart home technology
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/18/2/702

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