Systolic hypertension affects balance, gait, and fall risk.(Tips)(Brief Article)
Publication: American Family Physician
Publication Date: 01-NOV-03
Author: Sadovsky, Richard
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Age-associated changes in blood pressure homeostasis exacerbated by hypertension have been associated with increased fall risk. Possible mechanisms for this adverse condition include the negative effect of transient blood pressure reductions or hypertension causing alterations in gait and balance control. Hausdorff and associates examined the gait and balance of...
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