Variables |
| Percentage (%) | |
Predisposing factors | Female | 74 | |
Decreased visual acuity | 56 | ||
History of fall | 36 | ||
Lower limb muscular atrophy | 29 | ||
Age ≥ 80 ans | 26 | ||
Lower limb muscular atrophy | 25 | ||
Frailty | 22 | ||
Osteoarthritis of lower limb and/or spine | 20 | ||
Cognitive decline | 13 | ||
History of traumatic fracture | 10 | ||
Polymedication (≥5 drugs per day) | 9 | ||
Use of psychotropic drugs, diuretics, Digoxin | 6 | ||
Depression | 3 | ||
Foot deformitis | 2 | ||
Impaired sensitivity of low limb | 1 | ||
Precipitating factors | Environment | Obstacles on the ground | 27 |
Slippery surfaces | 19 | ||
Unsuitable clothing/shoes | 13 | ||
Unsuitable clothing/shoes | 9 | ||
Poor lighting | 6 | ||
Lack of support | 5 | ||
Defective walking aids | 13 | ||
Factors intrinsic to the patient | Behavioural factors | 15 | |
Dizziness | 15 | ||
Loss of balance | 8 | ||
False step | 3 | ||
Confusion | 1 | ||
Collision | 1 |