Combine the movements and shift your weight in a circle clockwise and counter-clockwise. Still, fear of falling doesn't need to rule your life. and prevent a fall. 0000000968 00000 n ©2011 MErIon MATTErS ADVANCE With your doctor's OK, consider activities such as walking, water workouts or tai chi — a gentle exercise that involves slow and graceful dance-like movements. SLIP, TRIP, & FALL PREVENTION HANDOUT • Slips, trips, & falls are among the leading causes of injuries to employees andare the second highest workers’ compensation claim filed in the U.S. • Falls are the 3 rd leading cause of workplace fatalities. %PDF-1.3 %���� All rights reserved. Sensible shoes may also reduce joint pain.Take a look around your home.
Start by shifting your weight side to side 5 times, then shifting it forward and back 5 times. 0000002374 00000 n So can walking in your stocking feet. 22 0 obj << /Linearized 1 /O 24 /H [ 780 208 ] /L 534577 /E 96496 /N 5 /T 534019 >> endobj xref 22 17 0000000016 00000 n Prevent falls with these simple fall-prevention measures, from reviewing your medications to hazard-proofing your home.Fall prevention may not seem like a lively topic, but it's important. Fall prevention may not seem like a lively topic, but it's important. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission.Check out these best-sellers and special offers on books and newsletters from Mayo Clinic. trailer << /Size 39 /Info 20 0 R /Root 23 0 R /Prev 534009 /ID[<2c9a7e250ddce9ffb1abce083311d258> • A fall from 10 feet has an 4 out of 5 probability of causing death or permanent injury • A fall from 11 feet has an 8.5 out of 10 chance of causing death RESULTS OF A FALL 46 FALL PREVENTION PLANNING • A fall prevention plan identifies places where regular fall prevention … As you get older, physical changes and health conditions — and sometimes the medications used to treat those conditions — make falls more likely. As you get older, physical changes and health conditions — and sometimes the medications used to treat those conditions — make falls more likely. 0000000687 00000 n In fact, falls are a leading cause of injury among older adults. [PATIEnT HAndoUT] noTES: Preventing Falls at Home A d VA n CE dISClAIMEr: This handout is a general guide only, intended for distribution to patients. The physical therapist can create a custom exercise program aimed at improving your balance, flexibility, muscle strength and gait.Consider changing your footwear as part of your fall-prevention plan. Some solutions are easily installed and relatively inexpensive.