{"id":213,"date":"2018-07-20T06:27:00","date_gmt":"2018-07-20T06:27:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsletter.kokilabenhospital.com\/its-precious\/?p=213"},"modified":"2022-04-12T07:28:57","modified_gmt":"2022-04-12T07:28:57","slug":"falls-and-fractures","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsletter.kokilabenhospital.com\/its-precious\/falls-and-fractures\/","title":{"rendered":"Falls and fractures"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>What to do when you don&#8217;t watch your step<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Falls do not discriminate.Anyone at any age can experience a fall which can also sometimes result in a fracture. Some of the most common reasons for fractures are sports-related injuries,road traffic accidents and slips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The elderly are prone to falls and their falls frequently result in injury, disability, and hospitalisation.The most common bones that get fractured in falls are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Hip,thigh bone (femur),pelvis,and spine (vertebrae)<\/li><li>Upper arm bone (humerus),forearm,and hand<\/li><li>The leg and ankle bones<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Hip fractures are the most dreaded fractures because they cause the most health issues and number of deaths.If you have a hip fracture you will need to be hospitalised for around two weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Senior citizens have a higher risk of falling if they have<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Visual impairment due to myopia or cataracts<\/li><li>Disorders of the nervous system,like stroke<\/li><li>Joint and muscle problems that occur with arthritis<\/li><li>Difficulties in gait and balance due to illnesses like Parkinson&#8217;s disease<\/li><li>Medication which induces sleepiness<\/li><li>Slippery surfaces and uneven flooring in their homes or surroundings<\/li><li>Poorly lit surroundings and unstable furniture in their homes<\/li><li>Obstacles that increase the likelihood of tripping,like loose rugs and pets<\/li><li>Objects left lying on the floor or steps in their homes or surroundings<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You can reduce the risk of falling by<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Engaging in physical activity to improve strength,mobility and flexibility<\/li><li>Limiting sleep-inducing medications when possible<\/li><li>Regularly testing your hearing and vision,and using appropriate remedies if needed<\/li><li>Getting appropriate treatment of any underlying medical conditions you may have<\/li><li>Knowing the side effects of any medicines that you take<\/li><li>Getting adequate sleep; you are more likely to fall if you are sleepy<\/li><li>Limiting the amount of alcohol you drink<\/li><li>Making environmental modifications like installing grab bars, removing tripping obstacles,maintaining sufficient lighting and using non-slip mats in bathrooms<\/li><li>Standing up slowly;getting up too fast makes your blood pressure drop<\/li><li>Using an assistive device if you need help feeling steady when you walk; appropriately use canes and walkers<\/li><li>Wearing rubber-soled,low-heeled,non-skid,lace-up shoes that support your feet<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What to do if you sustain an injury with suspected fracture<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>If there is a wound with bleeding, apply firm pressure with sterile gauze or a clean cloth till the bleeding stops.<\/li><li>If the fracture is causing a deformity, do not try to straighten the arm or leg. <br>Do not try to push back protruding bones from the wound.<\/li><li>Place a wooden ruler or log across the fractured site on your arm or leg and tie a bandage or a clean cloth around both. <br>This should cover one joint above and one joint below the site of the fracture. 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