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Falls are Preventable DVD

By Health Promotion

Falls are preventable DVD

The Falls are Preventable DVD looks at the risk factors for falls and what action can be taken to help prevent a fall. These include medication, physical activity, eyesight, footwear, balance, home hazards, public safety and nutrition.

You can request a copy of the DVD by completing the form. Alternatively, watch any of the individual chapters by clicking the links.

For further information contact Helen Kale on 4320 9720.

Falls are Preventable DVD chapters

Exercise

Medicines

Chronic conditions

Footwear

Vision

Prevent falls in public places

Reducing hazards at home

Nutrition and hydration 

Getting off the floor safely after a fall

How to put shoes on to avoid a fall

Request a copy of the DVD

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Falls Presentations

By Health Promotion

Would your senior’s organisation like a free falls prevention presentation? Our presentations promote active, positive ageing and increase awareness and knowledge about risk factors for falling. We cover the steps that can be taken to reduce the risk of a fall.

Presentations are usually one hour in length, and are to groups of more than 20 people.

For bookings or enquiries please ring Helen on 4320 9720.

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Balance and Footwear

By Health Promotion

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Balance

Good balance is important to help you get around, carry out daily activities and live independently.

Loss of balance is a concern not only as it raises the risk of falls, but the fear of falling often results in isolation, less physical activity and weaker muscles, resulting in the potential for more falls.

Activities good for improving balance include Tai Chi, group exercises, dancing, yoga, Pilates and bowls.

Footwear

Looking after our feet is vital in helping us maintain an active lifestyle.  Foot problems and foot pain are not a natural part of ageing. Take simple steps to ensure foot problems or ill-fitting shoes don’t trip you up.

When choosing the right shoes ask advice from your podiatrist, physiotherapist or occupational therapist, and remember, shoes should fit firmly and have a non-slip sole.

Check out the below resources to support your balance and help you choose the right footwear to help you put your best foot forward.

Resources

Factsheets

  • Balance and Footwear
  • Be Physically Active
  • Home-Based Exercises to Improve Strength and Balance

Brochures

  • Prevent Falls with Stronger Feet

Videos

  • Footwear advice

Useful links

  • Central Coast walking groups
  • NSW Health Active and Healthy website – find a local exercise program right for you
  • Australasian Podiatry Council – read what podiatrists say about ageing feet

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