An observational study of walking aid use after discharge following ...
An observational study of walking aid use after discharge following ...
An observational study of walking aid use after discharge following ...
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Results<br />
• 78 (82%) participants changed their <strong>walking</strong> <strong>aid</strong><br />
– On average 8.2 weeks (SD 6.1) post-operatively<br />
• 32% using an inappropriate <strong>aid</strong> or using it incorrectly<br />
• Pre-morbid <strong>walking</strong> <strong>aid</strong> at 6 months post fracture:<br />
– 40% had not returned to their indoor <strong>aid</strong><br />
– 50% had not returned to their outdoor <strong>aid</strong>
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