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Fall Prevention

One scary but true reality for many people is that they fall and that this very often can be quite harmful. Falling can be dangerous and can cause great harm to the body mentally and physically. Learning how to deal with falls and most importantly prevent them can really help increase your safety as well as health.

What causes falls?

Almost anyone can fall but what happens after the incident can affect people in different ways. Falls can be caused by physical conditions that impair mobility or balance, hazardous environments, and more. Some common physical impairments that increase the risk of falling are balance, vision, muscle strength, cognition as well as others. Other factors can also play into an accident happening such as medications, awareness, and location. 

How can falls be prevented?

Falls can be prevented in different ways. One of the most important ways of preventing falls is to first make sure that one is as healthy as possible. This can include exercising, hydrating properly, and taking all the right medications. Furthermore, creating a safe environment such as moving hazards out of the way, having a clean home, and more will lower the chance of a fall. Another very important way of preventing falls is having a good vision or making sure that if glasses are required they are the correct prescription. There are loads more ways of prevention and figuring out what is right for someone can help avoid unpleasantries in the future.

Professional Help 

As with all health matters getting a professional opinion is key if you have any concerns or questions. Every person is unique which means that every situation is different so talking to professionals will help you be in a better position. Experts will know just how to get the very best care for your needs as well as answer any questions you may have.  Best Home Care offers a full menu of home health services, all with the comfort and well-being of your loved one as the central focus. We care for clients from all walks of life, all age groups, and with all types of home health needs. If you have any questions or want more information please reach out to us. Contact us today!