Inactivity, Balance Problems & Fall Risk in Institutionalized Frail

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The overall objective of the research is to identify the prevalence and incidence of BPPV and the impact on balance problems, fall risk and inactivity in frail elderly. The investigators will demonstrate the importance of early diagnosis and treatment in this patient group.

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NCT number	NCT02905292
Study type	Observational
Source	Hasselt University
Contact	Joke Spildooren, dr.
Email	joke.spildooren@uhasselt.be
Status	Recruiting
Phase	N/A
Start date	September 2016
Completion date	October 2019

Inactivity, Balance Problems and Fall Risk in Institutionalized Frail Elderly

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