Telecare and fall prevention

Fall Prevention Around 1 in 3 adults over 65 who live at home will have at least one fall a year, and about half of these will have more frequent falls. There are several factors that contribute to the risk of falling in older adults – some of the common contributing factors are listed below: Contributing factor What can I do to reduce the risk? Poor eyesight Ensure adequate lighting. Get an eye test. Trips Remove hazards and clutter. Ensure good foot care. Wear good fitting shoes. Trim toenails regularly or see a GP or chiropodist about any foot problems. If using a floor pressure mat, use a barrier mat to reduce trip hazard or use a bed sensor mat instead. Muscle weakness Keep active. Try some simple muscle strengthening exercises. Medical reasons Speak to your GP for a medication review to make sure that your medication is right for you. Your GP will also be able to help rule out any medical reasons for having a fall.

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