Our Formula
for Fafety
BMWs C = no falls
Balance, Medications, Water & Shoes - Clutter
Balance - There are many simple exercises for improving your balance. Try
standing on one foot while youre in the bathroom brushing your teeth. Count to 10. Switch feet and do it again.
Pretty soon it will be easier.
Medications Make sure whenever you see the doctor you
take a complete list of your medications including any over
the counter drugs and supplements. If you see multiple doctors and they
each write you different prescriptions make sure that each one knows ALL the
drugs you are taking! Drug interactions can cause you to be dizzy and fall.
Water Drink enough water. Coffee,
tea and sodas dont count! When you get
dehydrated you are likely to get dizzy dizziness leads to falling! Drink
lots of water especially during the summer -- 8 glasses a day!
Shoes Having shoes that fit properly, are secure on your feet and allow you
to feel the ground or floor beneath your feet is very important. Slippers,
flip-flops and other shoes that can easily come off your feet,
are a fall hazard.
Clutter Look around your house and your room. Clutter is the cause of many
falls: Remove stacks of magazines on the floor, pet toys, electrical and phone
cords that may trip you, anything you have to walk around. Have someone else
take a look for you and make suggestions.
Additional Fall Prevention Resources
The
KFL&A Fall Prevention Coalition
This web site
continues to provide information and increase public awareness about the impact
and prevention of falls.
National
Safety Council
Mission: to
educate and influence people to prevent accidental injury and death
Center for Disease Control
Facts and tips for Fall Prevention from the Center for
Disease control
http://www.cdc.gov/ncipc/duip/spotlite/falls.htm