Fall Prevention Services

For our elderly fall prevention services in Dallas, Texas, call Assisting Hands Home Care at (214) 865-7870.

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Assisting Hands Home Care has some quality advice about fall prevention:

1. Talk to your doctor about falls and improving management of medical conditions, including reviewing medication amounts and types with your physician. Follow the dosages carefully when taking your regular medications. Talk to your doctor about the symptoms and be aware of medication changes because using medication incorrectly may cause dizziness. The most important thing is to never stop taking medications without consulting with your doctor.

Ask your doctor about increasing physical activity, exercise, and balance and vestibular training. An evaluation by an audiologist and physical therapist is a good place to begin.

2. Change adverse environmental factors to ensure your home is safe. Take practical steps like:

• Wear shoes with nonskid soles (not sandals or slippers)
• Tack down loose carpet edges and remove throw rugs
• Don’t wax your floors and keep your floor clean of liquids
• Remove electrical cords across hallways and keep your floors clear
• Install grab bars in your toilet area, shower, and bathtub
• Install handrails on both sides of the stairwell
• Keep the bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, and stairways well-lit and use night lights in the evening
• Do not climb on stepladders or stools

3. Home care may benefit you if you or a loved one have previously fallen or have trouble getting up from a chair or out of bed. An in-home caregiver helps with walking, climbing, and transfers. A caregiver is typically a third of the cost of a nursing home or assisted living facility. You may want to consider speaking with a physical therapist about home safety screen and starting a strengthening program.

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Medications, illnesses, and environmental factors can all affect balance and strength contributing to a fall. A history of falls is a good predictor of a future fall, but preventative measures like exercise and hiring a caregiver can help with risky tasks. Call Assisting Hands Home Care at (214) 865-7870 for more information about our elderly fall prevention services.

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