According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than 2.5 million older people are treated in emergency rooms every year for fall related injuries, and one of every five suffer serious injuries such as broken bones or head injuries. Many conditions become risk factors for a fall, such as use of medications, vision problems, lower body weakness, and difficulties with walking, balance and coordination. Studies show, however, that healthcare providers can help cut a person’s risk of falling by reducing these factors, and through prescription of exercise programs including strength training and balance training as fall prevention care. In a French study published in the British Medical Journal, researchers found that “exercise programs reduced falls that caused injuries by 37%, falls leading to serious injuries by 43%, and broken bones by 61%.” The following are the most effective components of a fall prevention program.
Do you move around cautiously with a constant fear of falling? At Health Star Clinic, we will provide a comprehensive evaluation and create a custom treatment plan to reduce your risk and increase your confidence. Call us today for a complimentary consultation!
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