Walking, Assistive Devices, and the Older Adult

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Submitted by Minnesota North... on May 25, 2022 - 1:41pm CDT

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This presentation (20:07 minutes) given by Patti Noritake Matsuda discusses assistive devices older adults could use to help them walk. By the end of this presentation, learners should be able to: (1) describe the current statistics regarding older adults and use of assistive devices; (2) understand and identify the different assistive devices commonly used by the older adult population; and (3) describe the rationale for prescription, proper use, and fit.

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Patti Noritake Matsuda
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Age-Friendly Care and Education Collection
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