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[hlthe2b]

1. Well, he does still have a sense of humor, I'll give him that...

[spooky3]

2. Judge Judy: "my doctor gave me two words of advice for living to a healthy

old age:

‘Don’t fall!’”

[underpants]

3. As you know that's a constant question these days

I don’t seem to get the “are you safe at home?” Anymore or maybe I just haven’t noticed it.

[JI7]

4. How or why do people fall as they get older ?

Do they trip over things they don't see or notice or just weakness of body ?

This is one of the things I most worry about when it comes to some older people in my family.

[spooky3]

5. Good questions. Nt

[nuxvomica]

9. Loss of balance is a key sign of aging

It's good to work on your balance as you age.

[JI7]

12. I also notice those who do fall tend to be those who have mostly

been in good physical shape and just overall active types in their most of their work and personal life.

There is probably a reluctance to face the reality of aging related issues and how they need to just slow down a bit and be more careful.

[electric_blue68]

19. Tai Chi is excellent for balance. I need to get back to it!

I learned 2 forms. Started with a class of 2+ months 1x week. I did the first seriously when I was in my earlier thirties. for 5 years till I then slowly petered out. I picked up the second form in my early '40s from someone who was learning it elsewhere. I did a very inventive drawing method to break down each move when I'd get done. I know I still have them. I then did those seriously for about 5 more years before I fizzled out. I might do a few moves a few times a yr now.

My balance is still good to excellent at the younger end of"old" (almost 68).

And tai chi is great for keeping limber. I have no chronic aches and pains! Sure I get them if I twist something the wrong way.
So I should be doing it - if I could do it 3 - 4x's/wk that'd be really good. I guess even if I start at 1x - 2xs/ wk. I have to find the notes, and drawings I made.

Balance problems, vision problems, lower joint problems are the 3 reasons I can think of for pontentially more frequent falls.

[nuxvomica]

28. Tai Chi is a good idea!

I recall reading somewhere that balance is the leading indicator of physical age so Tai Chi seems perfect for that. I'm gonna look into what's available for video programs. Thanks for the tip!

[electric_blue68]

29. Very happy to help!

[patricia92243]

11. My balance seems to be off - I just stagger into a wall, etc.

So far no falls, but I expect this is the beginning for most old folks.

[malaise]

14. Lots of reasons - here's a good read

https://www.aafp.org/afp/2000/0401/p2173.html#:~:text=What%20are%20some%20causes%20of,likely%20to%20trip%20or%20slip.

What are some causes of falls?
The normal changes of aging, like poor eyesight or poor hearing, can make you more likely to fall. Illnesses and physical conditions can affect your strength and balance. Poor lighting or throw rugs in your home can make you more likely to trip or slip.

The side effects of some medicines can upset your balance and make you fall. Medicines for depression, sleep problems and high blood pressure often cause falls. Some medicines for diabetes and heart conditions can also make you unsteady on your feet.

You may be more likely to fall if you are taking four or more medicines. You are also likely to fall if you have changed your medicine within the past two weeks.

What can I do to prevent falls?
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More at link

[TexasBushwhacker]

15. THROW RUGS!

I've always been a klutz and if there's some little bump in the sidewalk, my toe will find it and I'll go flying. I just have to be really careful. I've noticed my depth perception is not as good as it once was, and that can cause problems too.

[malaise]

16. We've been running/now walking at a reservoir for almost forty years

Every one of us has fallen at least once - back in the day I fell running down a hill - hit a stone and had a mild ankle twist. We never noticed the bumps until recently. We didn't notice that some areas are uneven but as we have aged there have been many near falls and falls. Additionally the sun rising affects the light big time so we have to be way more careful that when we were younger.

At home we all need to be more careful about throw rugs, electric cords. and stuff sticking out in odd places.

[TexasBushwhacker]

17. Yup. I've been looking at houses

and I absolutely will not get a house that has a step down or up into a room. I don't know who ever thought that was a good idea.

[malaise]

27. Those are death traps

Agree - I am very careful with steps and stairs

[Polybius]

26. I think they fall at a similar rate, they are just more brittle

My 45 year old ass fell twice in 2020. Once in the Summer while I was walking and texting (I stepped in a pothole), and then again in December in the snow. Both times I was fine.

[Justice]

6. Injuries suggest he didn't break his fall

Which makes you wonder if he fell because he was unconscious.

[Blue_true]

24. He could have been running and slipped on ice.

The only time that I have knocked myself silly was from a slip on ice when I was on business is a cold climate.

[magicarpet]

7. QKKKQ Anon says Romney was pushed by HRC,... so he could not switch to the Dem Party and,....

.... vote with them in the Senate. AntiFa was involved too.

[SleeplessinSoCal]

8. My hubby fell right onto his face last December

He was quite black and blue, but no stitches or major damage done. Poor Romney. I'm rooting for him to gain more support in that party.

[Demovictory9]

10. omg. if a woman politician of the same age took a fall...

[madaboutharry]

13. Or if she fainted while suffering from pneumonia.

“Some people” would claim she had a stroke!

[Demovictory9]

23. Exactly!!!

[2naSalit]

18. Wonder if it was icy or something...

I do suggest he stay away from windows in upper floors of buildings.

[Blue_true]

25. I am thinking ice. It almost took me out one time and I am pretty quick

with my hands. My legs shot from under me, fortunately one of my shoulders hit first. I had a sore collarbone, but no break. I did tap my head due to the shoulder rolling once it hit the ice and not absorbing 100% of the blow.

[maxrandb]

20. Anybody know where Putin was at the time of the "fall"?

Maybe just a message. Next time the fall will be from a 6th floor window.

[lindysalsagal]

21. Did someone put him in a dog crate on top of a car?

I'd fall off, too.

[eleny]

22. I was just wonering if they forgot to get him off the top of the car!

gmta

[lindysalsagal]

30. Gotta do it...