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Staying Active & Independent by Avoiding Falls Ray Hammel, DPT, Buffalo Rehab Group Patricia Watson, Supervisor of Case Management Services, Erie County Department of Senior Services
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Why we’re here
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Part of a community-wide effort to reduce falls among older people living in the community Part of a community-wide effort to reduce falls among older people living in the community
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Why we’re here Part of a community-wide effort to reduce falls among older people living in the community Part of a community-wide effort to reduce falls among older people living in the community Discuss ways to help people maintain independence & remain active by reducing the risks for falls Discuss ways to help people maintain independence & remain active by reducing the risks for falls
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Game Show Demonstration
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The names of the two presenters are: 1.Bob and Sandy 2.Ray and Pat 3.Rick and Pam 4.Tom and Sue
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The names of the two presenters are: 1.Bob and Sandy 2.Ray and Pat 3.Rick and Pam 4.Tom and Sue
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Why are we concerned about older adults falling?
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Although falls can happen to anyone, among people 65 and older, falls are the leading cause of injury and death, and the risk of falling increases significantly with age – the older you get, the more likely you are to have an accidental fall
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Game Show Question Of people 65 and older, how many will fall this year? 1.1 in 10 2.1 in 6 3.1 in 3 4.All of them
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Game Show Question Of people 65 and older, how many will fall this year? 1.1 in 10 2.1 in 6 3.1 in 3 4.All of them
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Exercise Break!
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Why do older adults fall?
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Chronic health conditions Chronic health conditions
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Why do older adults fall? Chronic health conditions Chronic health conditions Poor vision or hearing Poor vision or hearing
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Why do older adults fall? Chronic health conditions Chronic health conditions Poor vision or hearing Poor vision or hearing Mobility aids (e.g. walker) Mobility aids (e.g. walker)
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Why do older adults fall? Chronic health conditions Chronic health conditions Poor vision or hearing Poor vision or hearing Mobility aids (e.g. walker) Mobility aids (e.g. walker) Poor nutrition Poor nutrition
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Why do older adults fall? Chronic health conditions Chronic health conditions Poor vision or hearing Poor vision or hearing Mobility aids (e.g. walker) Mobility aids (e.g. walker) Poor nutrition Poor nutrition Medications dizziness Medications dizziness
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Why do older adults fall? Chronic health conditions Chronic health conditions Poor vision or hearing Poor vision or hearing Mobility aids (e.g. walker) Mobility aids (e.g. walker) Poor nutrition Poor nutrition Medications dizziness Medications dizziness Conditions in the home Conditions in the home
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Why do older adults fall? Chronic health conditions Chronic health conditions Poor vision or hearing Poor vision or hearing Mobility aids (e.g. walker) Mobility aids (e.g. walker) Poor nutrition Poor nutrition Medications dizziness Medications dizziness Conditions in the home Conditions in the home Alcohol Alcohol
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Game Show Question True or False: According to research, women are much more likely to be injured in a fall, but men are more likely to die from their injuries from a fall. 1.True 2.False
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Game Show Question True or False: According to research, women are much more likely to be injured in a fall, but men are more likely to die from their injuries from a fall. 1.True 2.False
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How do you reduce your risk of falling?
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1.Make your home safer
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How do you reduce your risk of falling? 1.Make your home safer Remove tripping hazards Remove tripping hazards
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How do you reduce your risk of falling? 1.Make your home safer Remove tripping hazards Remove tripping hazards Stairs: clutter? lighting? broken steps? handrail? Stairs: clutter? lighting? broken steps? handrail?
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How do you reduce your risk of falling? 1.Make your home safer Remove tripping hazards Remove tripping hazards Stairs: clutter? lighting? broken steps? handrail? Stairs: clutter? lighting? broken steps? handrail? Throw rugs Throw rugs
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How do you reduce your risk of falling? 1.Make your home safer Remove tripping hazards Remove tripping hazards Stairs: clutter? lighting? broken steps? handrail? Stairs: clutter? lighting? broken steps? handrail? Throw rugs Throw rugs Keep things in easy reach Keep things in easy reach
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How do you reduce your risk of falling? 1.Make your home safer Remove tripping hazards Remove tripping hazards Stairs: clutter? lighting? broken steps? handrail? Stairs: clutter? lighting? broken steps? handrail? Throw rugs Throw rugs Keep things in easy reach Keep things in easy reach Grab bars at toilet, tub or shower Grab bars at toilet, tub or shower
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How do you reduce your risk of falling? 1.Make your home safer Non-slip mat in bathtub/shower Non-slip mat in bathtub/shower
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How do you reduce your risk of falling? 1.Make your home safer Non-slip mat in bathtub/shower Non-slip mat in bathtub/shower Good lighting – especially from bed to bathroom Good lighting – especially from bed to bathroom
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How do you reduce your risk of falling? 1.Make your home safer Non-slip mat in bathtub/shower Non-slip mat in bathtub/shower Good lighting – especially from bed to bathroom Good lighting – especially from bed to bathroom Avoid walking around in slippers or socks or stockings Avoid walking around in slippers or socks or stockings
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How do you reduce your risk of falling? 1.Make your home safer Non-slip mat in bathtub/shower Non-slip mat in bathtub/shower Good lighting – especially from bed to bathroom Good lighting – especially from bed to bathroom Avoid walking around in slippers or socks or stockings Avoid walking around in slippers or socks or stockings Keep flashlight near your bed Keep flashlight near your bed
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Game Show Question Additional ideas about reducing hazards around the home?
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How do you reduce your risk of falling? 1.Make your home safer 2.Review medications
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Game Show Question How many of you have had your medications reviewed by your doctor or pharmacist in the last 12 months? 1.Red team? 2.Blue team?
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How do you reduce your risk of falling? 1.Make your home safer 2.Review medications 3.Have your vision checked
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Game Show Question How many of you have had your vision checked in the last 12 months? 1.Red team? 2.Blue team?
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How do you reduce your risk of falling? 1.Make your home safer 2.Review medications 3.Have your vision checked 4.Exercise regularly
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Game Show Question How many of you currently exercise at least 3 times a week? 1.Red team? 2.Blue team?
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Game Show Question How many of you currently do Tai Chi? 1.Red team? 2.Blue team?
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Game Show Question How many of you currently drink Chai Tea?
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Game Show Question How many of you currently drink Chai Tea? (Just kidding)
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What else can be done to reduce falls???
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