![]() A safe home environment that’s clutter-free, well-lit, and has stairwell railings and balance bars in baths and showers, can reduce tripping hazards that lead to falls.Proper footwear with the right support aids walking stability and reduces fall risk.We recommend that all adults talk to their doctor about getting a simple, inexpensive Vitamin D level check, and taking Vitamin D supplements if levels are low. Many people in the Northeastern United States are deficient in Vitamin D. Vitamin D supports bone and muscle health, and thus reduces your fall risk.Exercise helps maintain muscle strength and balance (check with your doctor before beginning any exercise program).There are many simple steps you can take to reduce the risk of falling – and improve your overall health at the same time. Half of the people who have a hip fracture never regain their pre-fall level of functioning. Women are 3 times more likely than men to be hospitalized for a fall-related injury. ![]() Fear of falling can make you more likely to fall.Nursing home residents average approximately 3 falls per year. The most common are fractures of the pelvis, hip, femur, vertebrae, humerus, hand, forearm, leg, and ankle.įalls increase with age – as many as 40 percent of seniors over 80 experience a fall.Ībout 50% of the elderly who sustain a fall-related injury will be discharged to a nursing home rather than return home. Falls are common – 1 in 3 seniors falls each year.įalls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries among people 65 and older in the United States.Ībout 3% of all falls cause fractures.
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