Seniors & Falls - Fall Prevention, Exercises, Quality of Life, Overcome Fear of Falling

[GreatGazoo]

5. There is a saying in veterinary science "If it lays down it stays down"

meaning that injuries which affect mobility can be a quick path to complications and the end.

I am a big believer in "muscle memory", specifically the idea that by visualizing the right way to move your body you can replicate it. We have to see it done the right way so that we have that in our mind. I think this is pretty good. He focuses on protecting your head, wrists and hips by using your forearms:

Another mistake that I am always ready for is if you or someone else falls well-meaning people will often try to make you stand up ASAP. Be ready to say "Wait!" or "No!"