GSA 2025 Abstract
Age-Related Increases in Adverse Seating and Mobility Events Among New Mobility Device Users
By Kevin T. Pritchard, Corey M. Morrow, Mariana Pachecho Busquets, Show 2 more authorsMark R. Schmeler
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Abstract
We described age-related increases in hospitalizations, pressure ulcers, or becoming stranded from a mechanical issue after receiving a new mobility device. This retrospective cohort study included 5,983 individuals who received new mobility devices from 87 U.S.