Dr. Mike Oluniyi.
Physical fall should be avoided by seniors because it may be fatal for them. Especially when fractures are involved, it may be very difficult to manage and may lead to fatal consequences. Following are some of the sources of physical falls that should be avoided by senior citizens.
• GETTING UP IN A HURRY FROM BED.
• SLIPPERY TILES.
• SLIPPERY BATH TUB.
• MISSING YOUR STEP.
• RUNNING AFTER SOMETHING IN ANNOYANCE.
• STANDING WHILE WEARING UNDIES.
• STANDING OR KNEELING FOR TOO LONG