November is Fall Prevention Awareness Month

Did you know that falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations among older Canadians and that 20 to 30% of older adults fall every year? More surprisingly, falls are also the number one cause of hospital admissions for children and youth 14 years of age or younger.

Children and older adults are not as steady on their feet which just increases their chances of losing their balance and falling.   That’s why it’s so important to build upper and lower body strength to avoid getting injured today and in the future. After all, you can never be too careful and it’s better to be proactive than having to deal with a nasty tumble down the road.

 

We can all do our part in helping to minimize falls risks such as:  getting enough physical activity, identifying trip hazards, installing safety gates on stairs (for those who have young children) and promoting awareness to help prevent falls and fall related injuries.

Falls are the number one cause of injury among older Canadians, with 85% becoming hospitalized with fracture related injuries.  This can all lead to chronic pain, reduced mobility and loss of independence.  It’s a similar situation in the United States, so much so, that the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention recommends strength and balance exercises to help keep us on our feet.  The good news is that falls are preventable and we’re here to help.

 

Urban and ACTIVATOR® poles are uniquely designed to help improve balance, posture, stability and core strengthening, which help to reduce your risk of falling.    After all, four points of contact with the ground are better than two! Some of the benefits of ACTIVATOR® poles are improved gait speed and balance and reduced stress on hip & knee joints. They also help promote an upright posture and are an easy way to strengthen your core when out for a walk.  Staying safe while walking your way to better health couldn’t be easier!

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