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condition. For example, they may refer you for a hearing test, to a chiropodist or to your local falls prevention service. You can register with a GP of your choice but you need to live in their catchment
the person they’re calling. All of the movements are from a seated position to avoid the risk of falls, and focus on moving all of the major joint and muscle groups. Age UK Wandsworth also refers callers
weakness caused by inactivity that can lead to a reduced sense of balance and an increased risk of falls - before witnessing first-hand the downturn in physical fitness as Age UK Norwich’s groups began ... have come to our day centres ordinarily, but having stayed at home has resulted in falls in some cases,” explains Linda Cowdry, Deputy Chief Officer of Age UK Herne Bay & Whitstable
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Allowance I'd never be able to afford that equipment. That would almost certainly have led to more falls and I've got to be extremely careful about that because any further damage to my neck could leave
and CEO of Dynamic Metrics, is of great importance, considering that 8,500 older people experience falls in the Norwich area each year, sometimes with serious or catastrophic results. And with this afternoon’s
set”, which meant she was well placed to assist the more vulnerable older people when they had falls. Her physical strength didn’t make her impervious to the words of others though, and she frequently
shouldn't leave all your lights off throughout the day. Poor lighting is unsafe and can lead to trips and falls. Keep windows and doors closed to keep the cold out Staying warm is an important part of staying
part of the brain that regulates balance for quite a few years, which led to a growing number of falls, including one really bad one a year ago,” explains Julian. “A nice neighbour found her