Citation

Kawate N, Mizuma M. Nippon Rinsho 2013; 71(6): 988-992.

Affiliation

Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Showa University School of Nursing and Rehabilitation Science.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2013, Nippon Rinsho)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

23855200

Abstract

Decreases in motor function in the elderly differ from one individual to another. These decreases may disturb their ability to perform activities of daily living and locomotion. Because of the decrease in reserve capacity that comes with age, disuse syndrome may develop, in which the individual becomes bedridden and more susceptible to another diseases and injuries. Emergency medical care workers must have adequate understanding of the motor function of the elderly. Prevention of disuse syndrome with early rehabilitation must be a top priority.

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