Incidence of and risk factors for falls among adults with an intellectual disability
Cox, C R
Incidence of and risk factors for falls among adults with an intellectual disability - 2010 - Journal of Intellectual Disability Research 54 (12) 2010: 1045-1057 .
Finds that falls are a significant health concern for adults with ID of all ages as a result of their incidence and the resulting injuries. Falls appear to be equally an issue for people residing in formal and non-formal care accommodation. Calls for further research to develop screening tools and appropriate interventions.
ADULTS
INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
FALLS
RISK
Incidence of and risk factors for falls among adults with an intellectual disability - 2010 - Journal of Intellectual Disability Research 54 (12) 2010: 1045-1057 .
Finds that falls are a significant health concern for adults with ID of all ages as a result of their incidence and the resulting injuries. Falls appear to be equally an issue for people residing in formal and non-formal care accommodation. Calls for further research to develop screening tools and appropriate interventions.
ADULTS
INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
FALLS
RISK
