5 things seniors need to know about falling down
Posted by Gerald J. Turner – “I’ve fallen and I can’t get up!” Remember that old commercial? No one wants to imagine getting older and facing the potential embarrassment or medical problems that can come along with a nasty fall, especially if home alone. But, unfortunately, the truth is that 1 in 4 seniors suffers from a fall every year in the United States. Hospitals see a new case of fall-related injuries every 11 seconds. Let’s delve into some of the facts of falling and how you can prevent it from happening to you. One of the biggest myths of falling is that it is a normal part of aging. It doesn’t have to be. Even though your muscle mass may not be what it used to be, there are definite steps that you can take to avoid falling. 1. Proper management of medication is important, as is having your
