Older adults represent 19% of Canada's population but account for half the hospitalizations.
Hospitalization exacerbates loss of muscle function, physical performance,
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or daily living
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activities due to bed rest. These declines lead to increased risk of falls,
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use of health care services and readmissions, which increase health care system cost.To read this article in full you will need to make a payment
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Published online: February 08, 2021
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