{"id":6982,"date":"2025-10-01T11:11:37","date_gmt":"2025-10-01T15:11:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/protectioncsl.com\/preventing-falls\/"},"modified":"2025-10-01T11:51:31","modified_gmt":"2025-10-01T15:51:31","slug":"preventing-falls","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/protectioncsl.com\/en\/preventing-falls\/","title":{"rendered":"Preventing falls"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"6982\" class=\"elementor elementor-6982 elementor-6971\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-241786e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"241786e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-383ccbb elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"383ccbb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- HERO -->\r\n<section class=\"csl-hero csl-hero--chutes\" aria-labelledby=\"title-prevenir-chutes\">\r\n  <div class=\"csl-container\">\r\n    <span class=\"csl-badge\">Prevention &amp; Safety<\/span>\r\n    <h1 class=\"csl-title\" id=\"title-prevenir-chutes\">Preventing falls at home<\/h1>\r\n    <p class=\"csl-sub\">Accommodations, routines and technical aids to reduce risk \u2014 and keep your loved one safe every day.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- SOMMAIRE -->\r\n<nav class=\"csl-section csl-nav\" aria-label=\"Sommaire de la page\">\r\n  <div class=\"csl-container\">\r\n    <ul class=\"csl-toc\">\r\n      <li><a href=\"#pourquoi\">Why take action<\/a><\/li>\r\n      <li><a href=\"#facteurs\">Risk factors<\/a><\/li>\r\n      <li><a href=\"#pieces\">Securing every room<\/a><\/li>\r\n      <li><a href=\"#equipements\">Useful equipment<\/a><\/li>\r\n      <li><a href=\"#habitudes\">Habits that protect<\/a><\/li>\r\n      <li><a href=\"#plan-urgence\">Emergency plan<\/a><\/li>\r\n      <li><a href=\"#aidants\">Advice for carers<\/a><\/li>\r\n      <li><a href=\"#faq\">FAQ<\/a><\/li>\r\n      <li><a href=\"#checklist\">Checklist PDF<\/a><\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/nav>\r\n\r\n<!-- POURQUOI -->\r\n<section class=\"csl-section\" id=\"pourquoi\">\r\n  <div class=\"csl-container csl-two\">\r\n    <div class=\"csl-card\">\r\n      <div class=\"csl-kicker\">Why take action<\/div>\r\n      <h2 class=\"csl-h2\">Falls are common, but often preventable<\/h2>\r\n      <p>The majority of falls at home occur in high-traffic areas (stairs, corridors) and in the bathroom. Fortunately, <strong>simple and inexpensive measures<\/strong> can significantly reduce the risk: decluttering, lighting, stabilizing, equipping yourself and adopting good habits. <\/p>\r\n      <p class=\"csl-note\">This information is general and does not replace the advice of a health professional (doctor, physiotherapist, occupational therapist).<\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"csl-card\">\r\n      <div class=\"csl-kicker\">To remember<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"csl-check\">\r\n        <li>Improve lighting and remove obstacles.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Install grab bars and non-slip surfaces.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Wear closed-toe shoes with non-slip soles.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Stand up slowly; Stay hydrated to avoid dizziness.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Provide a way to alert quickly in the event of a fall.<\/li>\r\n      <\/ul>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- FACTEURS DE RISQUE -->\r\n<section class=\"csl-section\" id=\"facteurs\">\r\n  <div class=\"csl-container csl-two\">\r\n    <div class=\"csl-card\">\r\n      <div class=\"csl-kicker\">Understanding the risk<\/div>\r\n      <h2 class=\"csl-h2\">Personal factors<\/h2>\r\n      <ul class=\"csl-bullets\">\r\n        <li>History of falls, balance or gait disorders.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Decreased vision, unsuitable glasses.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Orthostatic hypotension, dizziness, dehydration.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Medications that can cause drowsiness or dizziness (sedatives, anxiolytics, hypotensives).  <span class=\"csl-note\">Seek professional advice.<\/span><\/li>\r\n        <li>Muscle weakness, sedentary lifestyle, joint pain.<\/li>\r\n      <\/ul>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"csl-card\">\r\n      <h2 class=\"csl-h2\">Factors related to home<\/h2>\r\n      <ul class=\"csl-bullets\">\r\n        <li>Insufficient lighting; absence of night lights at night.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Unfixed carpets, slippery floors, obstacles in the way.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Stairs without handrail on both sides.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Bathroom without grab bars or non-slip mats.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Everyday objects placed too high or too low.<\/li>\r\n      <\/ul>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- PAR PI\u00c8CE -->\r\n<section class=\"csl-section\" id=\"pieces\">\r\n  <div class=\"csl-container\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"csl-h2\">Securing every room<\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"csl-rooms\">\r\n      <div class=\"csl-card\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"csl-h3\">Bathroom<\/h3>\r\n        <ul class=\"csl-check\">\r\n          <li>Install <strong>grab bars<\/strong> near the toilet and in the shower\/tub.<\/li>\r\n          <li><strong>Non-slip<\/strong> mat and always dry floor.<\/li>\r\n          <li>Shower chair and handheld showerhead, if required.<\/li>\r\n          <li>Strong lighting + night light.<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"csl-card\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"csl-h3\">Room<\/h3>\r\n        <ul class=\"csl-check\">\r\n          <li>Clear path from the bed to the bathroom.<\/li>\r\n          <li>Lamp or switch accessible from the bed.<\/li>\r\n          <li>Suitable bed height (feet flat on the floor when sitting).<\/li>\r\n          <li>Avoid thick or loose carpets.<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"csl-card\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"csl-h3\">Stairs and corridors<\/h3>\r\n        <ul class=\"csl-check\">\r\n          <li>Solid handrail on both sides if possible.<\/li>\r\n          <li><strong>Non-slip and contrasting stair nosing<\/strong> .<\/li>\r\n          <li>Sufficient lighting, switches at the top and bottom.<\/li>\r\n          <li>No objects on the steps.<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"csl-card\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"csl-h3\">Kitchen and living room<\/h3>\r\n        <ul class=\"csl-check\">\r\n          <li>Everyday objects at waist height (avoid climbing).<\/li>\r\n          <li>Wires\/extension cords stored, not in passageways.<\/li>\r\n          <li>Stable chair with armrests for sitting\/standing up.<\/li>\r\n          <li>Good lighting of work areas.<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- \u00c9QUIPEMENTS UTILES -->\r\n<section class=\"csl-section\" id=\"equipements\">\r\n  <div class=\"csl-container csl-two\">\r\n    <div class=\"csl-card\">\r\n      <div class=\"csl-kicker\">Be well equipped<\/div>\r\n      <h2 class=\"csl-h2\">Useful equipment<\/h2>\r\n      <table class=\"csl-table\">\r\n        <thead>\r\n          <tr><th>Equipment<\/th><th>Utility<\/th><th>Buying Advice<\/th><\/tr>\r\n        <\/thead>\r\n        <tbody>\r\n          <tr><td>Grab bars<\/td><td>Stand up, sit down and stabilize yourself.<\/td><td>Solid wall mounting; avoid suction cups.<\/td><\/tr>\r\n          <tr><td>Non-slip<\/td><td>mats Limit slippage (bathroom, kitchen).<\/td><td>High adhesion surface; flat edges.<\/td><\/tr>\r\n          <tr><td>Shower chair<\/td><td>Reduce fatigue and the risk of falling.<\/td><td>Stable seat, backrest\/armrests; non-slip pads.<\/td><\/tr>\r\n          <tr><td>Accent lighting<\/td> See <td>better at night and in dark areas.<\/td><td>Night lights\/motion detectors in hallways and bathroom.<\/td><\/tr>\r\n          <tr><td>Closed shoes<\/td><td>Improve grip and stability.<\/td><td>Non-slip soles; avoid open slippers.<\/td><\/tr>\r\n          <tr><td>Medical Alert<\/td><td>Call for help quickly in the event of a fall.<\/td><td>Wrist\/collar button; fall detection and GPS options.<\/td><\/tr>\r\n        <\/tbody>\r\n      <\/table>\r\n      <p class=\"csl-note\">Tip: Photograph the installation (bars, mats, lighting) to regularly check the condition and stability.<\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"csl-card\">\r\n      <h2 class=\"csl-h2\">Habits that protect<\/h2>\r\n      <ul class=\"csl-check\">\r\n        <li>Stand up slowly (sit \u2192 stand) and lean on as needed.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Drink enough to avoid dizziness.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Schedule breaks; avoid haste.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Wear your glasses; update the order.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Review medications with a professional if there are any side effects.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Practice an adapted physical activity (balance, strengthening, walking).<\/li>\r\n      <\/ul>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- HABITUDES (EXERCICES) -->\r\n<section class=\"csl-section\" id=\"habitudes\">\r\n  <div class=\"csl-container csl-two\">\r\n    <div class=\"csl-card\">\r\n      <div class=\"csl-kicker\">Moving safely<\/div>\r\n      <h2 class=\"csl-h2\">Examples of simple exercises<\/h2>\r\n      <ul class=\"csl-bullets\">\r\n        <li><strong>Chair lift<\/strong> : sit down and stand up gently 5\u201310 times, hands on the armrests if necessary.<\/li>\r\n        <li><strong>Static equilibrium<\/strong> : hold for 10\u201320 s in light unilateral support (hand on a chair back).<\/li>\r\n        <li><strong>Walk<\/strong> : 10\u201320 minutes, depending on capacity, with suitable shoes.<\/li>\r\n      <\/ul>\r\n      <p class=\"csl-note\">Seek professional advice before starting an exercise program, especially if you have pain or a medical condition.<\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"csl-card\">\r\n      <h2 class=\"csl-h2\">Vision &amp; Medication<\/h2>\r\n      <ul class=\"csl-bullets\">\r\n        <li>Have your eyes checked regularly; clean glasses.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Store medications clearly; review prescriptions for dizziness.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Avoid alcohol with sedatives; Stick to dosages.<\/li>\r\n      <\/ul>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- PLAN D\u2019URGENCE -->\r\n<section class=\"csl-section\" id=\"plan-urgence\">\r\n  <div class=\"csl-container csl-two\">\r\n    <div class=\"csl-card\">\r\n      <div class=\"csl-kicker\">Be prepared<\/div>\r\n      <h2 class=\"csl-h2\">Fall Contingency Plan<\/h2>\r\n      <ol class=\"csl-steps\">\r\n        <li>Reassure and assess: pain, bleeding, consciousness.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Call for help via <strong>an alert button<\/strong> or the phone.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Do not pick up the person if there is a suspicion of serious injury.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Follow the agreed plan (relatives, neighbour, emergency services).<\/li>\r\n        <li>Inform the doctor if persistent pain, head shock, or new fall.<\/li>\r\n      <\/ol>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"csl-card\">\r\n      <h2 class=\"csl-h2\">Emergency Sheet<\/h2>\r\n      <ul class=\"csl-check\">\r\n        <li>List of medications, allergies, medical conditions.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Contacts of relatives and the doctor.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Precise address and access information.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Special instructions (walker, prostheses, etc.).<\/li>\r\n      <\/ul>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- CONSEILS AUX AIDANTS -->\r\n<section class=\"csl-section\" id=\"aidants\">\r\n  <div class=\"csl-container csl-two\">\r\n    <div class=\"csl-card\">\r\n      <div class=\"csl-kicker\">With you every day<\/div>\r\n      <h2 class=\"csl-h2\">Advice for carers<\/h2>\r\n      <ul class=\"csl-bullets\">\r\n        <li>Go around the home <strong>once a month<\/strong> with the checklist.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Set reminders (bulbs to change, mats to re-glue, night light batteries).<\/li>\r\n        <li>Explain how the alert button works and who will be contacted.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Encourage and value progress; avoid multiple instructions at the same time.<\/li>\r\n      <\/ul>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"csl-card\">\r\n      <h2 class=\"csl-h2\">Need support?<\/h2>\r\n      <p>Our advisors can guide you in choosing a suitable solution (home or mobility, fall detection, GPS, intervention plan).<\/p>\r\n      <p><a class=\"csl-cta-inline\" href=\"tel:+15147227644\">Talk to an advisor<\/a><\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- FAQ -->\r\n<section class=\"csl-section\" id=\"faq\" aria-labelledby=\"faq-title\">\r\n  <div class=\"csl-container\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"csl-h2\" id=\"faq-title\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\r\n    <div class=\"csl-grid csl-faq\">\r\n      <details class=\"csl-item\"><summary>How to choose the location of the grab bars?<\/summary><p>Near the toilet, at the entrance and in the shower\/bathtub. Seek professional advice on the height and type of fastening. <\/p><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"csl-item\"><summary>Are carpets to be avoided?<\/summary><p>Avoid thick, loose carpets. Opt for thin, non-slip mats, glued or removed borders if possible. <\/p><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"csl-item\"><summary>What are the warning signs after a fall?<\/summary><p>Persistent pain, confusion, vomiting, unusual weakness, memory loss, open wound. Consult a professional quickly. <\/p><\/details>\r\n      <details class=\"csl-item\"><summary>Is fall detection 100% reliable?<\/summary><p>No, it reduces the alert time but is not infallible. 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