Falls can happen to anyone, anywhere, anytime. Having Parkinson’s will increase your risk of falls.
Prevention and planning can reduce your risk for falls. Not all falls can be prevented, but there are things you can do to keep yourself safe and reduce the number of falls and injury.
This book will help identify some of the causes of falls and suggest simple and practical suggestions to keep you active, independent, and on your feet.
This booklet may be helpful for people with Parkinson’s, family members, friends, or care partners.
For a more comprehensive look at falls prevention:
- Preventing Falls for People with Parkinson’s webinar
- Home & Environmental Risk Factors: Home Safety diagram