Try to keep "not falling" as a top line thought EVERY DAY... especially when undertaking projects in and outside the house. Don't leave items in walking pathways... put them away as soon as you're leaving the area... don't think "I'll move them later."
@havnoonian1025 Pets., throw rugs, discarded bed pillows, towels, pet's toys....they can be lethal in the dark or when focused on things higher than chest level with the often-deteriorated vison AND vestibular system that most aged adults enjoy.
@slowrunner1 Just one word of caution, in our old bathroom, we used the handles for years. One day I pulled and it let go. Realizing I had never cleaned and reattached the handles as the instructions said, each time I cleaned the bathroom, I removed and reattached them. Problem solved!
Let me tell you a funny story about suction handles.
10 years ago we bought a tiny seasonal home (400 sf) in the South. This was a financial stretch for us at the time, so spare change was scarce. There was a working microwave with a broken door handle, and no glues, screws, etc seemed feasible. We were at a local flea market, and someone was selling a suction handle for $5, so I bought it. It worked, and every time someone in my kitchen recognized what it was, they smiled. 2 years ago when we remodeled, we gave away the microwave to a neighbor, still working and still with the suction handle attached. We warned her that she would need to reattach it periodically.
How about getting a prescription from your primary for physical therapy to work on your balance and proprioception??? I am 80 years old. I have been working with a personal trainer twice a week for 3 years and my physical therapist for a number of issues; A few weeks ago, I tripped while rushing in the Atlanta airport to get to my gate. Even though I had a heavy backpack on, my balance and proprioception kicked in and I did not fall. I did however jam my bicep tendon for which I am being treated now.
When I was 70, my primary asked me how many days a week I was exercising. I told him that I was walking, swimming, doing pilates, dancing tango. He looked me in the eyes and said, Shaké that's not enough. I want you to do strength training twice a week so you will be strong going into your 80"s. I am forever grateful to him. I suggest you read his book Stronger next Year by Harry Lodge.
You should always look where you are going to make sure there is nothing in your way. I know this because last week I did NOT look where I was going and tripped on a decorative pillow that was on the bedroom floor and fell hard into the corner of the dresser! I now have a bruised face with two black eyes! (I look ready for Halloween!) I also have a sore arm. I saw a doctor and after examining me thoroughly he said it looks worse than it is. He's right. I feel fine. Nothing hurts except my arm a little. The doctor suggested Tylenol and heat on my arm which helps. Has anyone had anything like this? How long does it take for the bruising to go away? Makeup doesn't work.
Thanks!
PML
How about getting a prescription from your primary for physical therapy to work on your balance and proprioception??? I am 80 years old. I have been working with a personal trainer twice a week for 3 years and my physical therapist for a number of issues; A few weeks ago, I tripped while rushing in the Atlanta airport to get to my gate. Even though I had a heavy backpack on, my balance and proprioception kicked in and I did not fall. I did however jam my bicep tendon for which I am being treated now.
When I was 70, my primary asked me how many days a week I was exercising. I told him that I was walking, swimming, doing pilates, dancing tango. He looked me in the eyes and said, Shaké that's not enough. I want you to do strength training twice a week so you will be strong going into your 80"s. I am forever grateful to him. I suggest you read his book Stronger next Year by Harry Lodge.
@sstopalian This looks good! Just checked the book out of my library through Overdrive. Looks very readable, and with a good sense of humor. I got the women's version. Thanks!
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Try to keep "not falling" as a top line thought EVERY DAY... especially when undertaking projects in and outside the house. Don't leave items in walking pathways... put them away as soon as you're leaving the area... don't think "I'll move them later."
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4 Reactions@havnoonian1025 Pets., throw rugs, discarded bed pillows, towels, pet's toys....they can be lethal in the dark or when focused on things higher than chest level with the often-deteriorated vison AND vestibular system that most aged adults enjoy.
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3 Reactions@slowrunner1 Just one word of caution, in our old bathroom, we used the handles for years. One day I pulled and it let go. Realizing I had never cleaned and reattached the handles as the instructions said, each time I cleaned the bathroom, I removed and reattached them. Problem solved!
Let me tell you a funny story about suction handles.
10 years ago we bought a tiny seasonal home (400 sf) in the South. This was a financial stretch for us at the time, so spare change was scarce. There was a working microwave with a broken door handle, and no glues, screws, etc seemed feasible. We were at a local flea market, and someone was selling a suction handle for $5, so I bought it. It worked, and every time someone in my kitchen recognized what it was, they smiled. 2 years ago when we remodeled, we gave away the microwave to a neighbor, still working and still with the suction handle attached. We warned her that she would need to reattach it periodically.
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1 ReactionHow about getting a prescription from your primary for physical therapy to work on your balance and proprioception??? I am 80 years old. I have been working with a personal trainer twice a week for 3 years and my physical therapist for a number of issues; A few weeks ago, I tripped while rushing in the Atlanta airport to get to my gate. Even though I had a heavy backpack on, my balance and proprioception kicked in and I did not fall. I did however jam my bicep tendon for which I am being treated now.
When I was 70, my primary asked me how many days a week I was exercising. I told him that I was walking, swimming, doing pilates, dancing tango. He looked me in the eyes and said, Shaké that's not enough. I want you to do strength training twice a week so you will be strong going into your 80"s. I am forever grateful to him. I suggest you read his book Stronger next Year by Harry Lodge.
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11 ReactionsMore pt and daily balance exercises at home.
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3 ReactionsYou should always look where you are going to make sure there is nothing in your way. I know this because last week I did NOT look where I was going and tripped on a decorative pillow that was on the bedroom floor and fell hard into the corner of the dresser! I now have a bruised face with two black eyes! (I look ready for Halloween!) I also have a sore arm. I saw a doctor and after examining me thoroughly he said it looks worse than it is. He's right. I feel fine. Nothing hurts except my arm a little. The doctor suggested Tylenol and heat on my arm which helps. Has anyone had anything like this? How long does it take for the bruising to go away? Makeup doesn't work.
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5 Reactions@sstopalian This looks good! Just checked the book out of my library through Overdrive. Looks very readable, and with a good sense of humor. I got the women's version. Thanks!
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1 ReactionExercise for strength and balance.
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