Are you looking for tips on how to make your home safer? Did you know there are simple steps you can take to make your home safer and reduce your risk of falling? At Reddy Care Physical, Occupational, & Aquatic Therapy, our physical therapists will guide you through activities and tips to make your home safer so you can reduce your risk of falling! Falls are a significant concern for seniors, and even without an injury, a fall can cause a loss in confidence and reduction in activities and even contribute to future falls. It is estimated that six of every ten falls happen in or around the home. Too often, we overlook simple changes because we are used to moving around without thinking about our safety. There are a lot of changes you can make to your home that will help ensure your safety, the most critical include: • Make sure your house is tidy: Clean up books, papers, clothes, and shoes on the floor or stairs. Too often, a minor obstacle leads to a trip and fall. • Remove throw rugs or small area rugs: Make sure your carpets are fixed firmly to the floor so that they won’t slip. Put no-slip strips on tile and wooden floors. • Make sure there is good lighting: Proper lighting and easy-to-find light switches at the top and bottom of stairs and on each end of a long hall can ensure your safety. REDUCING FALL RISKS YOUR GUIDE TO A SAFER HOME
• Have handrails on stairs and in bathrooms: More importantly, use them! Hold the handrails when you use the stairs, up or down, and when you get in and out of the tub/shower. Once you have considered the environment of your home, make sure you also address the individual living there, you! The safety of your home also depends on you making good decisions. For example, do not climb up on a chair to clean something high, and be careful on wet surfaces, whether bathing or cleaning. Inactivity affects your safety and may lead to more complications from a fall or injury. Fortunately, a proactive approach will reduce the risk of falling and keep you safe around your home!
Sources: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/fall-proofing-your-home https://www.ncoa.org/article/6-falls-prevention-steps-to-help-your-older-loved-ones
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