Publications by authors named "Maria Karydaki"
Article Synopsis
- Carers of people with dementia face a high risk of musculoskeletal injuries due to repetitive physical tasks like lifting and transferring patients.
- A study found that 69.7% of informal carers and 86.7% of formal carers reported multiple injuries, with lower back injuries being the most common among both groups.
- The findings highlight the need for better education and support for all carers to prevent injuries and improve the sustainability of care services.