Your 60s, 70s and beyond can be some of the happiest, most vibrant, fun-filled years of your life—unless your fun is cut off by a dumb accident that leaves you with a broken hip…in chronic pain…even bedridden (or worse!).
The Bottom Line Guide to Preventing Falls tells you the real reasons we’re more likely to fall and injure ourselves as we age (some causes will surprise you!)…and what you need to do to reduce your risk. Check out the vitamin that reduces falls by 20%…how “throwing your weight around” helps your balance…if you do stumble, tricks from a TV stuntman (with how-to photos) that keep you from getting hurt…how eye control counteracts chronic dizziness…and much, much more. Read below about these and other easy, wonderful ways to stay strong, healthy and mobile—and live longer!
Note: Since you need good vision to keep your balance and avoid tripping over obstacles, also check out these 13 Ways to Sharper Vision.
Causes of Falls You Never Knew
Falls—Beware the Hidden Causes
Most People Don’t Think About Falling Until It Happens
How to Stop Your Head from Spinning
Antipsychotic Drugs Cause Deadly Falls in Older Adults
Keeping Your Balance
The Secret to Preventing Falls
Catch Your Balance Problem Before It’s Too Late
Physical Therapy for Vertigo and Imbalance
Agility Exercises That Prevent Falling
Tai Chi: A Great Workout for Your Body and Brain
Sock It to Me: Easy-to-Do Moves That Keep You Young
Yoga Boosts Balance Long After a Stroke
Square-Stepping: The Fun Way to Get Fit and Improve Balance
If You Do Trip…
How to Fall Down Without Getting Hurt
10 Ways to Protect Yourself from Dangerous Falls
Natural Ways to Feel Much Better After a Fall
High-Tech Help…and Eyeglasses Warning!
Bifocal and Multifocal Glasses and Contacts Increase Risk for Dangerous Falls
When Your New Glasses Are Hazardous to Your Health
How to Grab Stuff You Can’t Reach
