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IbogaProject

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6. Staying hydrated is crucial too

Reply to appalachiablue (Original post)

Fri Jan 23, 2026, 02:14 PM

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That is the most important day to day method to reducing fall risk. Yes making your home more fall safe is important but day to day lack of adequate hydration is a huge issue with balance. The fact is as we mature it can get to the pont people will start to avoid drinking too much to avoid bathroom trips. Dehydration can also stress the vascular system.

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Seniors & Falls - Fall Prevention, Exercises, Quality of Life, Overcome Fear of Falling [View all] appalachiablue Friday OP

Very useful info karin_sj Friday #1

You're welcome, thanks for posting! I can't vouch for the specialist in this Video Below appalachiablue Friday #2

A good friend, 70YO, fell two weeks ago GreatGazoo Friday #3

So true, and good points about uti's and rolling to lessen physical impacts. Lucky you appalachiablue Friday #4

There is a saying in veterinary science "If it lays down it stays down" GreatGazoo Friday #5

Very interesting, esp muscle memory, tx. I had a broken pelvis from a fall and was lucky. appalachiablue Friday #9

Staying hydrated is crucial too IbogaProject Friday #6

Yes, I've read a little on hydration, thanks for mentioning it. appalachiablue Friday #8

More than a year ago is when my friend first went to see an ortho for a hip replacement. The ball joint kept popping in2herbs Friday #7

Hey but all those "profits" are supporting the 10% who generate half of our consumption IbogaProject Friday #12

My worst nightmare is falling. a kennedy Friday #10

IK, a real issue esp with age. Proper exercises & work with a physical therapist can help. See #11. appalachiablue 14 hrs ago #14

Great topic but with some misinformation LatteLady Friday #11

Thanks for the info, esp re therapy, finding a PT and community programs. Good to know. appalachiablue 14 hrs ago #13