Have a bed that is low, so that your feet touch the floor when you sit on the edge of the bed.Keep tripping hazards out of your home. Remove loose wires or cords from areas you walk through to get from one room to another. Remove loose throw rugs. DO NOT keep small pets in your home. Fix any uneven flooring in doorways.Have good lighting. Put hand rails in the bathtub or shower and next to the toilet.
Place a slip-proof mat in the bathtub or shower.Reorganize the home so things are easier to reach. Keep a cordless or cell phone with you so you have it when you need to make or receive calls.Set up your home so that you do not have to climb steps. Put your bed or bedroom on the first floor.
Have a bathroom or a portable commode on the same floor where you spend most of your day.If you do not have a caregiver, ask your health care provider about having someone come to your home to check for safety problems. Weak muscles that make it more difficult to stand up or keep your balance are a common cause of falls. Balance problems can also cause falls.When you walk, avoid sudden movements or changes in position.
Wear shoes with low heels that fit well. Rubber soles can help keep you from slipping.
Stay away from water or ice on sidewalks.DO NOT stand on step ladders or chairs to reach things.Ask your provider about medicines you may be taking that can make you dizzy. Your provider may be able to make some medicine changes that could reduce falls.Ask your provider about a cane or walker. If you use a walker, attach a small basket to it to keep your phone and other important items in.
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