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I.M. Doctor
My CityMy State
PREVENTING FALLS
The information in this presentation was provided to the presenter by the American Academy of Orthopaedic
Surgeons and may be modified.
Endorsement of this presentation by the AAOS is not implied or inferred.
Preventing Falls
What is Orthopaedics? Fall Risks and Prevention
Orthopaedics
What is orthopaedics?The treatment and health maintenance of
musculoskeletal system (bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, tendons, cartilage and spine)
What is an Orthopaedic Surgeon? Medical doctor or Doctor of Osteopathic
Medicine with specialty training to provide musculoskeletal care with: Medication Physical therapy Brace Exercise Surgery
Orthopaedic Education
College 4 Medical School 4 Internship 1 Orthopaedic Residency 4 Fellowship (optional) (1) Two Years Practice 2
TOTAL 16 YEARS
Preventing Falls
Your Orthopaedic Surgeon
Getting you back in the game
Preventing Falls
1 in 3 senior citizens fall each year1
20% of falls require medical attention2 Severity increases with age3
1 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (orthoinfo.org)2 “Exercise Best Falls Prevention Measure: Regular Exercise The Most
Effective Way to Prevent Seniors Falling” by Sue Cartledge.3 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (orthoinfo.org)
Potential Consequences of Falls Loss of independence Loss of confidence Reduced physical
and social activity
Medical Risk Factors
Vision or hearing loss Impaired musculoskeletal function Bone and joint conditions: osteoporosis,
arthritis Irregular heartbeat, blood pressure
disorders
Medical Risk Factors
Depression, Alzheimer's disease, dementia
Stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis
Urinary and bladder dysfunction Cancer that affects bones Medication side effects
Medical Risk Factors
See your doctors Talk about concerns
of falling Review medical
conditions and treatment plans
Medical Risk Factors
Get vision and hearing checked
Make sure glasses and hearing aids are working well for you
Medical Risk Factors
Get ALL medications reviewed — prescription and non-prescription
Ask about supplements
Medical Risk Factors
What you can do Quit smoking Limit drinking
Medical Risk Prevention Measures
EXERCISE Improves strength,
balance, flexibility, coordination
Reduces risk of injury
Exercise
Talk to your doctor Focus on improving
stability Consult with trainer or
physical therapist
Exercise
Do: Start slowly and
build up Exercise when
you are not tired Always warm
up and cool down
Exercise
Don’t: Do too much too soon Take any additional medication without
checking with your doctor
Home Risk Factors
60% of seniors’ falls occur in the home 1
25% of those who suffer hip injuries due to falls die within a year 2
1 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (orthoinfo.org)
2 “Going Steady,” Catherine Gandel. The AARP Magazine, July-August 2003.
Home Risk Factors
Remove clutter from floors
Keep rooms well lit Move furniture and
cords out of pathways
Home Risk Factors
Repair loose floorboards and carpets
Secure throw rugs or remove them
Avoid low seating
Home Risk Factors
Wear shoes that fit and have non-skid soles
Tie your shoelaces Use a shoehorn if necessary
Home Risk Factors
Avoid high heels, thick soles
Don’t walk in stocking feet
Wear correct glasses
Home Risk Factors
Bedroom Keep light and phone near bed Install night-lights
Home Risk Factors
Bedroom Adjust bed
height Use non-slippery
linens Make clothes easy to reach
Home Risk Factors
Kitchen Clean up spills immediately Store food, dishes, within easy reach Keep hands free of
soap, oil
Home Risk Factors
Kitchen Don't stand on chairs or
boxes to reach upper cabinets
Use non-skid floor wax
Home Risk Factors
Keep soap within reach
Bathroom Place a slip-resistant rug next to tub Use rubber mat in tub
Home Risk Factors
Bathroom Use a plastic seat for baths Install grab-bars for tub and toilet Use raised toilet seat
Home Risk Factors
Bathroom Replace glass shower
enclosures with non-shattering material
Use a night-light
Home Risk Factors
Stairs and steps Install handrails on
both sides Attach non-skid treads Keep free of clutter Install adequate lighting
Home Risk Factors
Pets Obedience training Keep dishes, toys,
leashes out of the way
Home Risk Factors
Pets Use night-lights Be careful next to bed,
stairs
Home Risk Factors
Safe use of ladders More than 530,000 people
treated for ladder-related injuries each year
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, 2007.
Ladders
Select the right type of ladder for the job
Ladders
Inspect and lock before using
Home Risk Factors
Remember the 1-to-4 ladder rule
Home Risk Factors
Face the ladder Grip both rails Do not stand on the
top rungs Do not stand anywhere
other than on the rungs
Home Risk Factors
Do not lean Do not overreach Climb down to reposition
Home Risk Factors
Do not overload Do not use in high winds Do not use if you could
become tired, faint, or dizzy
Getting Up From a Fall
Stay calm Determine whether you are hurt If injured, GET HELP If uninjured, get up carefully
Getting Up From a Fall
1. Roll over naturally
2. Crawl to stable furniture
Getting Up From a Fall
3. Rise one knee at a time
4. Turn to sit
Preventing Falls
Resources
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
www.orthoinfo.org www.orthoinfo.org/falls
www.aaos.org
Preventing Falls
Questions?
Preventing Falls
Your Orthopaedic Surgeon
Getting you back in the game