The effect of prefabricated foot orthotics on functional and postural stability in older adults
Background. Accidental falls comprise a serious health concern in older adults. Partially accounting for the high incidence rates is postural instability. While customized foot orthotics can improve certain measures of functional stability, the purpose of this study was to explore the degree to whic...
Main Author: | Heath, Jacqueline E. |
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Other Authors: | Dickin, Clark |
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2013
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Online Access: | http://cardinalscholar.bsu.edu/handle/123456789/197160 http://liblink.bsu.edu/uhtbin/catkey/1712085 |
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