Some Caregivers Use This Technique to help the Elderly Up From the Floor After a Fall

Falls are a common health problem in our elderly population here in the US. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), one in four Americans aged 65 and older has a fall each year. In fact falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries in the elderly. 

Let's take a look at some additional statistics: 

-Every 11 seconds, an older adult is treated in the emergency room for a fall-related injury.
-Every 19 minutes, an older adult dies from a fall-related injury. 
-In 2018, the total cost of fall injuries for older adults was $50 billion, with Medicare and Medicaid covering 75% of these costs.

People have implemented programs to prevent falls that include exercise for balance programs, Strengthening exercise programs, steps and educational programs that help with managing chronic conditions because theses can affect mobility. Proper medication management, home safety assessments and modifications, and regular vision and hearing check-ups.

Help Elderly Off The Floor