Commentary   
FALLS AND INJURIES IN PATIENTS WITH MOVEMENT DISORDERS: EXPLORING THE MENTAL HEALTH
Author(s): Carl Nikolaus Homann* Accidental falls in patients with Movement Disorders (MDs) present complex challenges that extend beyond the realms of traumatology and neurology. This commentary explores the findings of a recent systematic review by Homann, which found that falls and injuries in patients with diverse hyperkinetic MDs are both prevalent and serious. While the primary focus of the review is on the neurological aspects of falls, it also highlights significant connections between MDs and mental health. Predisposing factors such as cognitive decline, emotional and behavioral alterations, and psychiatric comorbidities heavily contribute to falls in this population. The consequences of falls extend beyond physical injuries, encompassing psychosocial implications such a.. Read More» DOI: 10.54615/2231-7805.S3.004

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