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Exercise alone, and in combination with different fall prevention strategies may lower the risk of falls leading to injuries in older adults 65 and over
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Socially assistive robots can be useful in providing companionship, completing servant-like functions like chores, and conducting daily tasks safely
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Nearsightedness: Should I Have Laser Surgery?
OHRIThis patient decision aid helps people with myopia decide on whether or not to have laser surgery by comparing the benefits, risks, and side effects of both options.
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Meniscus tear: Should I have a diagnostic test (MRI or arthroscopy)?
OHRIThis patient decision aid helps with suspected meniscal tear decide on whether to have a diagnostic test (MRI or arthroscopy) or try other treatment methods such as physical therapy or home treatment. It facilitates this process by comparing the benefits, risks, and side effects of both options.
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Making Choices: Feeding Options for Patients with Dementia.
OHRIThis patient decision aid helps people who help decide health care for a person with dementia decide on feeding options such as using a feeding tube or helping to eat by mouth.
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Hamilton, ON - August 30, 2017
The McMaster Optimal Aging Portal now features patient decision aids to help support older adults and caregivers with important decisions involving health care. Learn more.
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