Posted on December 16, 2015
Fall prevention should be a year-round concern
Falls are a significant public safety concern, no matter the season.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, millions of Americans 65 years and older fall each year. Head injuries and hip fractures are among the most common types of injuries sustained in a fall.
Here at Mary Free Bed, fall prevention is a primary focus for all patients — not just those who have experienced a fall. With temperatures dropping and winter weather on the way, health care professionals encourage you to consider your own fall risk.
Click here to read a story — published Sunday, December 13, 2015, in the Grand Rapids Press — about fall prevention.
Call 616.840.8050 to learn about programs designed to address fall risk — including Steady Steps and Balance and the Vestibular Program — or if you’re seeking rehabilitation after a fall.
