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Risk Factors <strong>for</strong> <strong>Falls</strong> – Intrinsic 7,8<br />

• Muscle weakness, particularly in the legs<br />

• Poor balance and difficulty walking<br />

• Postural hypotension or drop in blood<br />

pressure with change in position<br />

(lightheadedness, dizziness)

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