Injuries In Senriors

Statistics indicate that one out of three senors will need an extensive amont of time to recover as a result of a accdnet that occured when they fell, such as a fractured bone. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention proclaims that falls ae the number cause on injuries in senriors, and is the number one reason why senior citizens end up in a recovery program.

In this posting we'll take a look at several things you can do to minzine the possibility of falling while you're at home.

1) Do Not Wear Loose Clothing

Many fall victims sustained an injury as a reusltof the fact that they tripped over loosing cloothing such as an extra long pants. Therefore, esnure that you opt for better-fitting clothes that doesnt drag on the ground.

Prevent falls can be as simple as wearing a pair of shoes. Alternatively, it's also worth noting that you can utilzie non-slip socks which have fgrips on the soles of the feet that can help to prevent slipping.

3) Use Non Slip Maps

Certain areas of the house can prove to be extremly dangerous once they become wet. Some prime examples on thesse kiind of areas include, Kitchen floors, porches, showers and bathtubs. However,by utilzing an assortment of nonslip mats it can help to prvent a fall from occuring on a wet surface.

4) Install Handrails/Grab Bars

THese saftey devices can prove to be especially useful when it comes to getting on/off the toilet, going up/down the stair or stepping in/out the bathtub without hurting your self. In addition to installed grab bars and handrails i nthe forementioned areas, it's highly recomened that you install them along the satirways and hallways as well.

5) Removing Potential