Slips, trips and falls

Slips, trips and falls

Slips, trips and falls can become more common as you get older, and can be worrying. Most falls aren’t serious, but some can lead to broken bones and can really knock your confidence. If you have a fall, you should try to keep calm, and if you’re not hurt then you can try to slowly get up. You can roll onto your hands and knees and look for a stable piece of furniture like a table or chair. If you’re unable to get up and you’re by yourself, then you should try to get someone’s attention by shouting or banging on a wall, or, if you have one, using your personal alarm. Once you’re up, you should try to find a blanket or something warm to make sure you don’t get chilly, and to try to make yourself comfortable. If you’re falling regularly, then you might want to get a personal alarm system, or make sure you have a mobile phone in your pocket at all times. To find out more information about how to deal with a slip, trip or fall, you can see the NHS website.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/falls/