Journal article
Determinants of balance impairment in individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Balance impairment is common in individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), increasing fall risk and reducing functional independence. This study investigated functional, clinical, and demographic determinants of balance performance in individuals with COPD.
METHODS: This secondary analysis included participants from a randomized controlled trial involving pulmonary rehabilitation centers. Balance was evaluated …
Authors
Alrabbaie H; Beauchamp M; Ellerton C; Goldstein R; Lee AL; Alison JA; Dechman G; Haines KJ; Harrison SL; Holland AE
Journal
Respiratory Medicine, Vol. 250, ,
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
12 2025
DOI
10.1016/j.rmed.2025.108537
ISSN
0954-6111