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To assess the underlying causes of lower-extremity weakness and falls in an elderly patient.

A 70-year-old man with lower-extremity weakness and falls

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Case report explores causes of falls in older adults with pre-existing health conditions, suggesting new interventions may be needed.

To assess the underlying causes of lower-extremity weakness and falls in an elderly patient.
Patient presented in the emergency department with history of falls and lower-extremity weakness.
Assessment included medical history and current medications.
Imaging confirmed diagnosis of emphysema.
Patient experienced multiple falls in the previous 3 weeks due to weakness and pain in the right leg.
He reported instability in the right foot and required assistance for daily activities.
History included significant smoking and existing medical conditions, such as hypertension and schizophrenia.

Frolkis et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Case report explores causes of falls in older adults with pre-existing health conditions, suggesting new interventions may be needed.

To assess the underlying causes of lower-extremity weakness and falls in an elderly patient.
Patient presented in the emergency department with history of falls and lower-extremity weakness.
Assessment included medical history and current medications.
Imaging confirmed diagnosis of emphysema.
Patient experienced multiple falls in the previous 3 weeks due to weakness and pain in the right leg.
He reported instability in the right foot and required assistance for daily activities.
History included significant smoking and existing medical conditions, such as hypertension and schizophrenia.

Frolkis et al. (2026) studied this question.

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