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Fall Prevention

Preventing slips and falls

Exercise regularly
  • Builds strength
  • Improves balance and coordination
  • Provides an engaging social environment
  • It's fun!
Stay hydrated
  • Drink at least five glasses of water per day
  • Limit alcohol intake
Make healthy food choices
  • Improves overall health
  • Prevents disease and injury
Go for regular medical check-ups
  • Helps identify if you are at higher risk of falling
  • Doctor or pharmacist can review medications and risks
  • Identifies if you need eyeglasses or hearing aids
Remove trip hazards
  • Remove potential trip hazards from both inside and outside your home
  • Move books, shoes, clothing, telephone cords, etc. that may be in walking areas and stairways
  • Ensure sidewalks and outdoor steps are clear of snow and ice
  • Ensure rugs have non-skid backings
  • Ensure carpets and area rugs are not puckered, torn or worn
Reduce the risk of slipping in the bathroom
  • Place non-slip mats in bathtubs and showers
  • Place grab bars in tubs, showers and near toilets
  • Wipe up all spills immediately
Wear proper footwear
  • Wear shoes with non-slip soles
  • Avoid high heels, slippers
  • Use cane or walker for added support and stability
Have proper lighting
  • Use night lights to light path between your bedroom and bathroom
  • Turn lights on before using stairs
  • Ensure every room has a light switch that is accessible from the doorway
Make your stairwell safer
  • Install hand rails on both sides
  • Make sure the area is well lit
  • Add rubber mats if the floor is slippery

Detecting slips and falls

Detecting falls early can help prevent injuries. Detect falls early by:

  • Using fall detection products
  • Checking in with family and friends regularly
  • Keeping your phone with you, or close by

What to do if you slip and fall

If you fall, take a moment to catch your breath and check if you are injured.

If you are not injured, follow these steps to get up safely:

  1. Lie on your side
  2. Bend the leg that is on top and lift yourself onto your elbows or hands
  3. Pull yourself toward a sturdy object
  4. Kneel, while placing both hands on the object
  5. Place your stronger leg in front, holding on to the object
  6. Stand up

If you are injured and need help:

  • Press the button on your fall detection device if it hasn't gone off
  • Call 9-1-1

Last update: November 6, 2024
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