Loss of balance is a common symptom for people with PD. At Rock Steady Boxing The Woodlands, we practice safe techniques for falling and for getting up from the floor.
Below is a link to a 5 minute video offered by Dailycaring.com that provides important information for anyone who has issues with falling. Source: https://dailycaring.com/video-how-to-safely-get-up-after-a-fall/ If your older adult has a minor fall, they can prevent further injury by knowing how to safely get up off the ground. Getting up incorrectly could actually cause more injury than the initial fall itself. This is an important skill because falls are common among seniors. According to the CDC, more than 25% of people age 65 and older fall each year. And, falling once doubles the chances of falling again.
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