Evaluation of a group of Elderly in the neighborhood Butantã (SP) in the supposed fear of falling

Authors

  • Jacqueline Zanatta Galimberti Universidade Santa Cecilia
  • Cristina Maria Simão de Camargo de Almeida

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.23925/2176-901X.2012v15i3p57-66

Keywords:

Fear of falling, Elderly, Activity of daily living

Abstract

The aging process is accompanied by problems of physical and mental health caused often by chronic diseases and falls. Objectives: To identify the alleged fear of falling while performing activities of daily living in an elderly group. Material and Methods: A descriptive approach, a cross-sectional study using the Brazilian version of the questionnaire translated by Camargo (2007). Will be interviewed 20 elderly aged 60 or older, residents of the neighborhood Butantã (SP) randomly. Results: For fear of falling show most seniors avoid in performing certain activities.

Author Biography

Jacqueline Zanatta Galimberti, Universidade Santa Cecilia

Gerontologia

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Published

2013-06-05

How to Cite

Galimberti, J. Z., & Almeida, C. M. S. de C. de. (2013). Evaluation of a group of Elderly in the neighborhood Butantã (SP) in the supposed fear of falling. Revista Kairós-Gerontologia, 15(3), 57–66. https://doi.org/10.23925/2176-901X.2012v15i3p57-66

Issue

Vol. 15 No. 3 (2012)

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Papers

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