Did you know falls are one of the greatest causes of serious health problems.
Screening is one of the most important ways to determine if you are "at risk" of falling.
Factors my be physical,such as balancs,flexibility, cardiovascular fitness or environmental, such as hazards around your home.
Quite often the cause of a fall can be right in your own home and is easily corrected.
Below is a list of possible risk factors that may exist in you home.
General risks: poor lighting,slippery floors,uneven floors,throw rugs,runners,mats small objects in pathways.
Kitchen: Unstable step stool,storage areas that require excessive reaching, unstable seating and wet floors.
Outside: walkways in disrepair,wet smooth surfaces,high curbs,poor night lighting garden hose across the walk area.
A more complete list available at OxygenPlus!
It is crucial to determine if you are at risk,identify the factors that put you at risk,modify risk factors and maintain independence. If you are interested in participating in a fall risk screening program please contact OxygenPlus at 734-429-7444 or visit www.oxygenplusmichigan.com
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