Danger of falling at any age. Young children may hit the furniture or thunder down the stairs. Older children fall on the playgrounds and in parks. Especially the danger of falling for the elderly. The elderly often fall. And the elderly fragile bones. Some fractures, such as hip, can make an old man helpless before the end of life.
Causes
Here are the most common causes of falls:
- disequilibrium;
- Drugs that inhibit the reaction or cause drowsiness;
- Blurred vision;
- Alcohol (and it slows down the reaction, and the equilibrium is broken);
- Muscle weakness. It does not allow normal balance on uneven or slippery surfaces;
- Chronic diseases such as diabetes, neuropathy or low blood pressure;
- Diminished reflexes. Difficult it will be to maintain a balance and dodge danger;
- Any slippery surface;
General rules
At any age can reduce the risk of falls. The main thing - to know how.
- It is necessary to regularly check the eyesight;
- You need to do physical exercises. They make muscles stronger, improve the ability to maintain balance and strengthen bones;
- Supplementing with vitamin D and calcium can help make bones stronger, so that they withstand a drop.
For home
There are many ways to make your home safer:
- The bed should be low. If you sit on the bed, legs dangling, your feet should be flat on the floor;
- Remove the wires from the floor of the appliance;
- Remove the mats, which can be bent or wrapped;
- Do not keep small animals at home;
- If possible, get rid of the thresholds in the doorways;
- Take care of good lighting;
- Replace your old wired telephones to the new wireless handset or mobile;
- If your house is more than one floor, it is better to live on the ground. Organize your life so that you do not have to go upstairs;
- In the bathroom, install handrails along the bath, shower and next to the toilet;
- Spread the silicone mats in the bath and shower.
If possible, consult with a specialist who is caring for the elderly.
