Two fall-related and kinematic data-based approaches for an instrumented conventional cane

Stimulating the usability and acceptability of canes within the geriatric community is crucial for fall prevention. Clinical evidences support the use of canes to increase the user's balance and reduce the fall risk. Its nonuse is correlated with a higher number of falls. This fateful event dra...

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Main Author: Ribeiro, Nuno Miguel Ferrete (author)
Other Authors: Santos, Cristina (author)
Format: article
Language:eng
Published: 2021
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/1822/76186
Country:Portugal
Oai:oai:repositorium.sdum.uminho.pt:1822/76186