Many fall victims who don't die within a year end up being disabled the rest of their lives.
'It's a huge issue,' said Elinor Ginzler of the AARP. 'It significantly impairs your ability to stay independent, which is what people want.'"
Thursday, July 31, 2008
'iShoe' uses NASA tech to help prevent elderly falls - USATODAY.com
'iShoe' uses NASA tech to help prevent elderly falls - USATODAY.com: "The National Osteoporosis Foundation estimates 300,000 people annually suffer hip fractures, which are often caused by falls. An average of 24% of hip fracture patients age 50 and over die within a year of the fracture.
Many fall victims who don't die within a year end up being disabled the rest of their lives.
'It's a huge issue,' said Elinor Ginzler of the AARP. 'It significantly impairs your ability to stay independent, which is what people want.'"
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Many fall victims who don't die within a year end up being disabled the rest of their lives.
'It's a huge issue,' said Elinor Ginzler of the AARP. 'It significantly impairs your ability to stay independent, which is what people want.'"
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