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Age and sex differences in balance outcomes among Individuals with chronic obst...
Alsubheen, Sanaa A.; Beauchamp, Marla; Ellerton, Cindy; Goldstein, Roger; Alison, Jennifer; Dechman, Gail; Haines, Kimberley J.; Harrison, SamanthaNo previous research has examined age and sex differences in balance outcomes in individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) at risk of falls. A secondary analysis of baseline data from an ongoing trial of fall prevention in COPD was conducted. Age and sex differences were analyzed for the Berg Balance scale (BBS), Balance Evaluation System Test (BEST test) and Activities-specific Balance Conf...
Pulmonary Rehabilitation With Balance Training for Fall Reduction in Chronic Ob...
Beauchamp, Marla; Brooks, Dina; Ellerton, Cindy; Lee, Annemarie; Alison, Jennifer; Camp, Pat; Dechman, Gail; Haines, Kimberley; Harrison, SamanthaBACKGROUND: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. A growing body of evidence shows that individuals with COPD have important deficits in balance control that may be associated with an increased risk of falls. Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) is a key therapeutic intervention for individuals with COPD; however, current international guidelines do not i...