Falls are all too common among elderly people, but you can reduce the chance of your loved one falling by taking steps to identify potential risks and removing them.
Healthline have provided some useful tips to help your loved one stay safe.
- Be proactive. Some health conditions and medications cause dizziness or loss of balance and can make your loved one more likely to have a fall. A doctor may be able to assist with choosing medications that will reduce this.
- Make your home fall safe. Map out problematic areas of the home like stairs, and install hand rails or take alternative measures to make these areas safer. Keep the floor clear of shoes and anything that might be a tripping risk. Keep a wide walking path around tables and chairs.
- Stay physically active. Exercises such as walking, gentle stretching or yoga will improve balance and coordination, making your loved one less likely to have a fall.
- Be shoe smart. Choose shoes with ankle support and rubber soles. Don’t wear shoes that are too big or are loosely fitting as they present a tripping hazard.
If your loved one has had a fall in the past, use the experience as a lesson to prevent another one. If possible, make a change so that the same problem doesn’t cause another fall.
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