作者: Lorenza Pratali , Francesca Mastorci , Nicola Vitiello , Annamaria Sironi , Amalia Gastaldelli
DOI: 10.1155/2014/257248
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摘要: Old age is normally associated with stereotypical structural and physiological changes in the brain that are caused by deterioration in elementary cognitive, sensory, and sensorimotor functions as well as increased susceptibility to stress. These changes are connected with gait impairment and falls, especially among patients with common neurological diseases. Even in the absence of history of falling or when there is no physical injury after a fall, many older people develop a fear of falling that leads to restricted mobility, reduced activity …