Aging clinical and experimental research
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Polio survivors are ageing, and reporting new complications including falls. The aims of this study were: 1) to determine the frequency of falls, circumstances surrounding them, and the consequences of falls in older people who have polio; and 2) to investigate the range of fall prevention interventions undertaken to reduce the individual's risk of falling. ⋯ A high rate of falling, fear of falling and low activity levels exist in older people with polio. There is a need for further research and clinical programs to reduce falls and injuries in this group.