Falls prevention

As you get older, you are more prone to falling than when you were younger.

The health risks associated with falling when elderly can see fractures leading to a reduction in independence and increasing care needs.

A large number of falls are preventable and there are plenty of things people can do to reduce their risk. The ICB wants to improve the health and quality of life for older people by highlighting simple advice and guidance to help prevent falls, and reduce their impact when they do occur.

Watch: Hints and tips to prevent falls - Move it or lose it

Watch: Practical hints and tips to prevent falls – Scott Parish

Useful videos

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) has produced a short video available in 7 languages including British Sign Language to highlight the importance of how you can reduce your risk of falling by doing simple things.

For more information about falls and fracture prevention, visit the team's website page: www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/falls-and-fracture-prevention