Why Falls Happen?
Poor vision, weak muscles, and dizziness are all examples of this
What are internal risk factors?
Most falls can be prevented
What is a fact?
Some people don't tell their doctor about a fall because they fear losing this
What is INDEPENDENCE?
Before you can prevent future falls, you first need to find out this.
What is the cause?
A wet floor, a loose rug, and a dark hallway are all examples of this.
What are home hazards?
Older adults should just accept falling as part of aging
What is a myth?
When fear stops you from being active, you lose strength — which makes this more likely
What is falling?
Being concerned about falling can lead to this kind of lifestyle
What is a safer/more cautious lifestyle?
Less movement leads to weaker muscles, which leads to more falls, which leads to more fear — this is the name for that loop.
What is the fall cycle?
If you fear falling, you should stop exercising.
What is a myth? Exercise reduces fall risk
This is the 'just right' level of fear — enough to keep you safe, not so much it stops you
What is moderate fear?
For the next class, participants should come wearing these two things.
What are comfortable clothes and supportive shoes?
Research shows that exercising three times a week reduced falls by this much.
What is 23%?
A little concern about falling can actually be helpful
What is a fact? It can motivate safer choices
Too much fear of falling can lead to staying home, doing less, and feeling this way
What is depressed or isolated?
Most healthcare providers want to help you keep living here safely
What is living at home?