The asociation of falls with instability: an analysis of perception and expectation towards the use of fall detection devices among older adults in Malaysia

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The asociation of falls with instability: an analysis of perception and expectation towards the use of fall detection devices among older adults in Malaysia

Background: Falls are a significant incident among older adults affecting one in every three individuals aged 65 and over. Fall risk increases with age and other factors, namely instability. Recent studies on the use of fall detection devices in the Malaysian community are scarce, despite the necess...

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Main Authors:	Abdul Rahman, Kawthar, Ahmad, Siti Anom, Che Soh, Azura, Ashari, Asmidawati, Wada, Chikamune, Gopalai, Alpha Agape
Format:	Article
Published:	Frontiers Research Foundation 2021
Online Access:	http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/95339/

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