What springs to mind when you think of preventing falls in older adults? Putting more lights in the home? Removing clutter and other tripping hazards? …Read More
Category: Fall Prevention
Why Seniors Should See the Doctor in the Aftermath of a Fall
June 24, 2022
While helping Mom prepare lunch yesterday, she turned around, lost her balance, and started to fall. Thankfully, you were able to get there in time …Read More
The Importance of Home Safety When Living with Multiple Sclerosis
March 4, 2022
“Home is a shelter from storms – all sorts of storms.” – William J. Bennett When we think about home, we should be able to …Read More
Osteoarthritis Can Increase Fall Risk in the Elderly
May 14, 2021
The data pertaining to senior falls is startling. Falls are classified as the primary reason behind injury in the elderly, and bring about hundreds of …Read More
Falls and the Elderly: Look Out for These Clues that Increase Fall Risk
February 26, 2021
Falls and the elderly can make for an unsafe combination. As many as one in four seniors will experience a fall, and after falling, the …Read More