A fear of falling is something many of our loved ones do not like to talk about. Many older adults worry that they may “end up in a nursing home” if their family or doctor learns they are having falls. This perception can lead to a higher risk of future falls, as their fear actually becomes a fall risk factor. This video discusses fall prevention for the elderly, starting with one of the most important tools: Communication.
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