Abstract
IntroductionThis study aimed to investigate the effect of a rollator on the prevention of falls in patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD) during outdoor walks. MethodThis study examined 30 community-dwelling patients with PD. Factors associated with falls were classified into clinical patient background, physical function, and psychophysiological function factors. The number of falls and subsequent injuries was observed over a period of greater than 6 months, if patients were using rollators while falls happened. ResultsParticipants who used a rollator had a significantly lower fall rate, number of falls, and injury rate than those who did not use a rollator (p < 0.05). ConclusionA rollator could protect patients with PD from falls. Additionally, when considering the use of a rollator for patients with PD, it is important to assess the patient’s physical and psychophysiological functions.
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