Movement & Balance Training in Elderly

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Aging is a result of slow and progressive decline in multiple body systems, is inevitable & unavoidable. Longevity is considered as one of the measure of health care system for any country. But adding years to life still questions the quality of life lived by the aged population with increase in the number of disabilities and injury and consequently institutionalization. The ability to maintain balance is the foundation for mobility and overall functional independence throughout the lifespan.Falls in elderly is a challenging problem with potentially serious consequences and morbidity.Falls can result from many factors including both extrinsic and intrinsic factors such as deficits in sensory, cognitive, central integration and musculoskeletal abilities. This book highlights the relationship between balance and ankle range of motion & its need in elderly population. Audience to whom this book will benefit includes Physiotherapy students, clinicians, Neuro physicians, Residents, exercise trainers & neuro nurses

Publisher ‏ : ‎ LAP Lambert Academic Publishing; Illustrated edition (1 August 2013)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 112 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 3659433047
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-3659433047
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 177 g
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 15.01 x 0.66 x 22 cm
Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ India