Objectively Measured Physical Activity and Its Association with Functional Independence, Quality of Life and In-Hospital Course of Recovery in Elderly Patients with Proximal Femur Fractures: A Prospective Cohort Study
Background. Physical activity in elderly patients is crucial for recovery from proximal femoral fractures. Considering the limited possibilities for objective measurement, we aimed to evaluate the use of an accelerometer in this population to determine activity’s association with functional independ...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2020-01-01
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| Series: | Rehabilitation Research and Practice |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2020/5907652 |