Home safety tips to prevent falls in your home
You’ve fallen, now what?
Despite taking necessary precautions and safety measures, sometimes falls still occur. If you or someone you know is at risk for falling, it's important to know what to do after a fall to ensure your health and safety. Below are a list of steps you need to take after you experience a fall. Step 1: Catch your breath and determine if you are injured. Step 2: If you are injured, stay where you are and try to call for help. If no one is around, try to carefully move towards a phone or where … [Read more...]
5 ways Physical Therapy can help you prevent falls
Each year, 2.5 million older Americans are treated in emergency departments for fall injuries, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control. Falls are often preventable and with the help of a Physical Therapist and personal exercise program, you can ensure your safety. Below are five ways Physical Therapists work with you to help you prevent a fall from occurring. Improve Balance Your Physical Therapist will asses your ability to balance while sitting or standing still and while … [Read more...]
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