27/12/2022
It is undeniable – and statistics prove it – that falls are the most frequent domestic accident among the elderly. By themselves, they already represent an imminent danger: the fall is the main cause of accidental death among people aged 65 and over.
🟥Because it is an episode that usually causes a lot of concern for the family, it often occurs for the elderly to omit the fact when they suffer a fall. Whether with the intention of not alarming the children, not admitting that they need care or simply out of embarrassment, the elderly follow their routine ignoring what happened, often hiding injuries and pain.
For that reason, here are some important tips:
✅ observe if your elderly relative demonstrates any pain and investigate the reasons;
✅ maintain a frequent routine of doctor visits for follow-up and routine examinations;
✅ make them feel free to talk about something that happened in your absence.
