Proper Footwear Can Reduce Fall Risk
The type of footwear you wear in the house can affect your risk of falling. People who walk barefoot, wear socks without shoes, or...
CatchU Team
- Sep 23
- 2 min
Tome los pasos correctos para prevenir las caídas
Aquí presentamos algunos consejos para ayudarle a evitar las caídas y las fracturas de huesos: Permanezca físicamente activo. Planee un...
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CatchU Team
- Sep 20
- 1 min
Your walking and talking pattern may reveal fall-risk
It’s important to pay attention to signs that may indicate you are at a higher risk for falling. When you walk and talk at the same time,...
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CatchU Team
- Sep 14
- 1 min
Sleepwear and Bedding Fabric May Pose Fall Risk
It’s important to be aware that if you wear sleepwear made of “slippery” fabric, and your bedspread/quilt/duvet (or even sheets) are made...
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CatchU Team
- Jun 3
- 1 min
Preventing Falls Around the Home
The National Council on Aging reports that 30% of seniors fall each year, leading to about 800,000 emergency department visits. Check...
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CatchU Team
- May 29
- 1 min
Fall Risk Awareness by Season
The change of season may provide environmental challenges that can increase your risk of falling. Be aware of some of the common causes...
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