The causes of falls are very different. Think of a crooked paving stone, but also due to deteriorated vision or hearing, medication use or declining muscle strength. What is clear is that a fall has a major impact! Do you know what your risk of falling is? Take the short test.
Everyone wants to stay healthy for as long as possible, right? A fall could jeopardize this.
Are you curious about your risk of falling? Then answer the following 3 questions:
Have you fallen in the past 12 months? Yes / No
Are you worried about falling? Yes / No
Do you have difficulty moving, walking or keeping balance? Yes / No
If you answer yes to one or more questions, you have an increased risk of falling.
Do you have any questions about this or do you have aincreased risk of falls?Please contact Fit in Wassenaar via the yellow “contact” button (top right). Sandra Ruitenbeek has been working at Fit in Wassenaar since January as a local fall prevention coordinator and fall prevention specialist. She will then contact you for a suitable offer that is offered in Wassenaar. You can also contact Sandra directly via:
sruitenbeek@sadwassenaar.nl
06 18209936
Fortunately, we can also do something ourselves to prevent the risk of a fall. This can be done by working on your condition and fitness and by making adjustments at home that prevent a fall. Below are some tips:
– Train your balance and muscle strength; get up from your chair several times
– Have your medications checked
– Eat tasty and healthy
– Check your eyes
– Wear well-fitting shoes
– Make the house safe; sufficient lighting and concealed cables
Start healthy aging on time!
