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Preventing Falls in the Elderly: What You Need to Know

Falls are a leading cause of injury among older adults, often resulting in serious consequences such as fractures, loss of independence, and increased healthcare needs. At Beacon Hospital, we are committed to helping our senior community stay safe and maintain their quality of life.

Why Are Falls a Concern for Older Adults?

As we age, changes in balance, muscle strength, vision, and reaction time can increase the risk of falling. In fact, a previous fall is the single best predictor of future falls, with 30-40% of those who fall likely to do so again.

Falls can lead to significant injuries, including hip fractures and head trauma, and may result in a decline in functional independence.

Common Risk Factors for Falls

Muscle Weakness and Balance Issues

Reduced strength and stability make it harder to recover from slips or trips.

Vision and Hearing Changes

Even minor changes in sight or hearing can increase fall risk.

Medications

Some medications or its combinations can result in dizziness or drowsiness that may predispose to falls.

Chronic Health Conditions

Conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, or heart disease can affect mobility and balance.

Environmental Hazards

Poor lighting, loose rugs, and cluttered walkways at home or in the hospital can contribute to falls.

Muscle Weakness and Balance Issues

Reduced strength and stability make it harder to recover from slips or trips.

Vision and Hearing Changes

Even minor changes in sight or hearing can increase fall risk.

Medications

Some medications or its combinations can result in dizziness or drowsiness that may predispose to falls.

Chronic Health Conditions

Conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, or heart disease can affect mobility and balance.

Environmental Hazards

Poor lighting, loose rugs, and cluttered walkways at home or in the hospital can contribute to falls.

How We Help Prevent Falls

At Beacon Hospital, led by a consultant geriatrician and our multidisciplinary team, we work together to minimise fall risks for our older adults. Our approach includes:

Every individual aged 60+ receives a thorough screening for balance, mobility, and fall risk to ensure early detection and timely intervention.

Comprehensive assessment which include blood tests, bone mineral density scan, BMD, bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), audiometry, ECG, and vision assessments, conveniently performed during outpatient visits for accuracy and efficiency.

Tailored interventions addressing everyone’s unique risk factors to ensure safer mobility and better over-all well-being.

Seamless access to a wide network of specialists for comprehensive, holistic management of fall risks and associated conditions.

Benefit from our dietitian and rehabilitation consults with a personalised nutritional plan addressing sarcopenia (muscle loss), malnutrition, dehydration and a personalised rehabilitation plan focusing on strength building, balance and falls prevention.

Tips for Reducing Fall Risk at Home

Keep pathways clear of clutter and ensure good lighting throughout the home.
Install grab bars in bathrooms and handrails on stairs.
Have your eyes and hearing checked regularly, and use prescribed aids as directed.
Stay physically active with exercises that improve strength and balance, such as walking.
Review medications with your healthcare provider to minimise side effects that may increase fall risk.

When to Seek Help

If you or a loved one has experienced a fall, or if you notice changes in balance or mobility, please speak with your healthcare provider. Early intervention can help prevent future falls and maintain independence.

For more information or to schedule a fall risk assessment, WhatsApp us today!

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