Fall Prevention, Part 1

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Falls typically occur due to three factors. These include personal factors such as ability, environmental factors such as clutter in the walkway, and activity-based factors which could be participating in an activity where the demands are greater than your ability. However, falls are preventable.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”64px”][vc_single_image image=”6284″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_custom_heading text=”Bedroom Hazards” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In the picture below, can you see how the bedroom on the left may be dangerous? What are the major differences you see?[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”6287″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]

  1. Cluttered nightstand – no room for a lamp, which provides lighting
  2. Objects on the floor – clutter can lead to tripping, loose throw rugs can be dangerous
  3. Non-accessible phone – without a phone close by, you may be rushed to get to it
  4. Awkward furniture arrangement – no easy access to a doorway

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_custom_heading text=”Stair Safety” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In the picture below, can you see how the bedroom on the left may be dangerous? What are the major differences you see?[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”6286″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]

  1. Missing handrail
  2. Clutter on the stairs
  3. Stairway lighting

Tip: If your stairs are the same color, adding painter’s tape or something to add contrast to the ends of each step can make each step more visible.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_custom_heading text=”What About The Kitchen?” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In the picture below, can you see how the bedroom on the left may be dangerous? What are the major differences you see?[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”6285″ img_size=”large”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]

  1. Poor placement of items that are used the most
  2. Non-secured rug
  3. Pet dishes underfoot

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_custom_heading text=”General Tips” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left”][vc_column_text]Some other fall preventation tips:

  • Wear shoes that are the correct size and ones that have rubber soles to help with traction.
  • Handrails or a ramp may be appropriate for you to go up and down stairs to get in/out of your home.
  • Ensuring that your environment is well-lit and free of clutter will greatly reduce your chances of having a fall.
  • A healthy lifestyle will decrease your risk of falling.

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