Possible vs. Inevitable: The Importance of Preventing Falls… and How to Do It!
Several weeks ago, a woman commented on an article I’d done about getting older vs. getting old. She told a story about taking a bad fall over a concrete curb, sitting there for a few moments, and then moving on…
Read More3 Ways to Practice Body Awareness and Prevent Falls (video)
We develop body awareness in all stages of life, but unfortunately, we lose some of it as we age. In our later years, being able to understand and develop this awareness of where our body is in space can help with falls prevention, hand-eye coordination…
Read MoreFalls in Older Adults Statistics
Falls are a major problem that affects many older Americans. These falls can generate high medical costs and often result in surgeries and extended hospital stays. There are many reasons why older Americans may be more susceptible to falls compared with their younger peers. The remainder of this piece will explore some statistics related to […]
Read MoreFalls Shatter Lives After 60: A Geriatrician Shares How to Stay Safe
There’s nothing quite as embarrassing as falling ungracefully to the ground. It’s one of the signs of aging that we’d like to ignore and deny but there is hope. Please join us in conversation with Dr. Leslie Kernisan, a geriatrician who shares tips…
Read MoreHow We Survive When the Sky Falls Depends on Our Character
Those of us 60 years and older live with the sobering knowledge that sometimes the sky really does fall. There are plenty of Chicken Littles running around, frantic about a crisis at work or a broken automobile, but let’s be clear…
Read MoreStruggling with Balance Exercises After 60? These 5 Essentials Can Help Successfully Prevent Falls
You know how important your balance is – for feeling confident when you’re out walking, for feeling steady coming down the stairs and for avoiding trips and falls…
Read MoreBalance for Seniors: 600,000+ Seniors Die from Falls Each Year… Don’t Be a Statistic!
“I’ve fallen and I can’t get up!” If you’re an older woman who dreads experiencing that TV commercial as a real-life drama, you’re not alone. In today’s video, Dr. Sarah Brewer and Margaret Manning share insights into why losing our balance and falling after 60 is such a problem for us – and tips to prevent it. Read on and don’t forget to watch the video! Read More
7 Ways to Prevent Falls and Related Injuries
I saw a startling statistic that alarmed me, and I think it will alarm you as well. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an older adult is treated for a fall in the Emergency Room every 11 seconds, and an elderly person dies from a fall every 19 minutes! Read More
Can the Medications You Take Increase Your Risk of Falling?
There are many things that can increase a senior’s risk of falling and one of the most common but often overlooked is the role of medications. Seniors and their caregivers need to be aware of the medications that can put them at risk for falls…
Read MoreHow to Spice Up Your Life After 60 with Fun Celebrations
Doing dress-ups as a child, I could visualize all kinds of gala costumes. Dresses, accessories and textures that would befit the most beautiful expressions of the wishful designs. In my imagination there were many special events…
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