The risk of injury due to falling rises as people age. Many seniors are afraid of falling because it can result in a broken bone and loss of independence. Avoiding exercise to keep from falling can result in the loss of muscle mass, contribute to poor health and balance.
Staying active is included in a long list of things one can do to prevent falls.
- Wear non-slip shoes.
- Have eye exams and wear glasses that are not bi-focals while exercising.
- Make home safer by removing area rugs and having grab bars installed.
- Make sure proper lighting is available.
- Be more focused while exercising and moving about.
- Learn more ways to prevent falling at in an article, What Are Ways to Prevent Falls and Related Fractures, published by the National Institutes of Health.
When swelling occurs to to a fall or fracture use ice to reduce swelling and pain. When muscles are stiff and one needs to improve flexibility use microwave moist heating pads to relax tight muscles, stimulate circulation, and increase flexibility. Maine Warmers sells
Neck Warmers and
Back Warmers that can be heated or frozen for hot or cold therapy. If you know someone who has fallen you might want to give them a
Cozy Sheep for comfort as he or she heals.
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