Staying steady - how to reduce your risk of falling (booklet)
Series : Health and Wellbeing
Published : December 2023Page Length : 40
Format : Booklet A5
Supplier : N/A
Publisher : Age UK (formerly Age Concern and Help The Aged)
As we get older, lots of us may start to feel a bit unsteady on our feet and become worried about falling. But there are simple things you can do to help yourself feel more comfortable and avoid a slip or fall. Having a fall can leave you feeling quite shaken up - and even the thought of falling can affect your confidence. However, while falls can become more of a concern as we get older, they are inevitable. There's a lot you can do to reduce your chance of having a fall, even if you've had one in the past.