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Geriatrician links fear of falling to physical decline in elderly patients

Dr. Francisco José Tarazona identifies a feedback loop where fear of falling causes rigid gait and reduced activity, accelerating muscle atrophy. This behavioral change creates a self-fulfilling prophecy that increases actual fall risk.

Clarínabout 20 hours agoES, NGCredibility 32%View source

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Mosaic Score2.1
Confidence0.9
Significance0.1
Source credibility0.3

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#geriatrics#public health#fall prevention#aging

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