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How do you feel about falling?

Aging Well | Last Active: Feb 26 11:30am | Replies (190)

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@seniormed

This is a great discussion for all ages. I was lucky not
to get injured on 3 falls in my mid 70s. My sons gifted
me an Apple Watch after I fainted. It includes a heart
rate monitor and has a fall alarm feature.
I wear proper footwear and hike with walking sticks,
cell phone and a companion. My cardiologist advised me to keep hydrated. Helps to read about best maneuvers
for falls and practice getting up off the floor. I know
I could be lightheaded after sitting for a long time and
arise carefully. I still workout and and can run a few
laps on the indoor track. Keep moving.

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I'd like to know more about the Apple Watch. I have a Fitbit but I'm not really thrilled with it and I think I would like the features you mention.

Reading glasses can be dangerous.
I wear my half lens reading glasses much of the time in the house, but when I step outside, the double focal lengths can confuse my steps. I try to remember to always take them off as I go out the door.