Open AccessEffect of physical training on urinary incontinence: a randomized parallel group trial in nursing homes
Author(s) -
Anne Guttormsen Vinsnes,
Helbostad,
Nyrønning,
Harkless,
Granbo,
Seim
Publication year - 2012
Publication title -
clinical interventions in aging
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.184
H-Index - 76
eISSN - 1178-1998
pISSN - 1176-9092
DOI - 10.2147/cia.s25326
Subject(s) - medicine , urinary incontinence , randomized controlled trial , physical therapy , activities of daily living , nursing homes , nursing , surgery
Residents in nursing homes (NHs) are often frail older persons who have impaired physical activity. Urinary incontinence (UI) is a common complaint for residents in NHs. Reduced functional ability and residence in NHs are documented to be risk factors for UI.
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