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HONG KONG SAR\u00a0–\u00a0Media Dr Tio Man Kwun, Peter – Prevention is an excellent way of Undoubtedly, no one would object to saying that the elderly fall A relatively high probability of falling<\/b><\/p>\n The Department of Health Dr Tio Dr Tio Man Kwun, Peter, How can \u00a0<\/p>\n As aforementioned in this \u00a0<\/p>\n In terms of diet, try to \u00a0<\/p>\n
\nOutReach<\/a>\u00a0– 4 January 2021 –\u00a0The Department of Health in 2013 stated that, in
\nHong Kong, people over the age of 65 are more likely to fall at home. About one
\nout of every five elders living in the community will fall; 75% of them will be
\ninjured, resulting in fractures and head injuries. Today we are pleased to
\ninvite Dr Tio Man Kwun<\/a>, Peter, who has extensive orthopaedic specialists
\nexperience to discuss the prevention of falls in older adults. <\/p>\n
\navoiding a fall<\/strong><\/p>\n
\neasily. People are getting old, and flexibility will eventually decrease. But
\nwhat the public does not know is that the elderly fall can be prevented. It is
\nnot a must experience that happens for every elderly. The elders will not fall
\nfor no reason. They can be prevented from falls as long as they correctly
\nassess the risk of falling accidents in their living environment and control
\nthem; every elder can avoid falling.<\/p>\n
\n2013 stated that, in Hong Kong, there is about 20% of elders aged 65 and above
\ninvolved in a fall. There are 75% among the elderly who will be injured, mainly
\nfractures or severe head trauma. An average of 5% of elders who went to the
\nElderly Health Centre of the Department of Health for the examination have
\nfallen twice or more. The studies have also shown that the chance of falling
\nagain is four times higher than the elderly who have not involved in a fall
\nbefore. According to the above data, falling is one of the leading causes of
\nillness and death in the elderly, and this must not be ignored. The most common
\ninjuries for elderly falling are fractures, including injuries to the hands,
\nfeet, lumbar, lumbar spine and hip joints. The wrists and feet can be treated
\nwith plasters, but in severe cases, surgery is necessary.<\/p>\n
\nMan Kwun, Peter explained: Is there peak season for elderly falling<\/strong><\/p>\n
\na specialist in orthopaedics<\/a>, said
\nthat people over the age of 60 should concern more to the problem of falls.
\nBased on Dr Tio’s experience, two leading causes result in the elderly to fall.
\nThe two leading causes are the elders wearing heavy
\nclothes in winter and using low-quality crutches or walking aids. Besides,
\nDr Tio also said that the elders generally wear more and thicker clothing to
\nkeep warm in winter. This may make their physical activities more inflexible
\nand significantly increasing the risk of falling. According to Dr Tio’s
\nexperience, more than ten elders per day are admitted to the hospital due to
\nfalls in winter. Therefore, in addition to keeping warm when entering the cold
\nwinter, elders should also pay attention to keeping their bodies flexible to
\navoid falling. Using the quality of walking aids such as canes, crutches, and
\nwalking devices can also prevent the elderly from falls.<\/p>\n
\nelders prevent from falling<\/strong><\/p>\n
\narticle, elderly fall accidents are preventable. Prevention is always better
\nthan cure. Elderly fall accidents are preventable. Dr Tio Man Kwun shared some
\nprevention means to reduce the chance of falling. First, keep the debris in
\nyour home as low as possible on the floor. If the floor is damaged or uneven,
\nit should be repaired as soon as possible to prevent the elderly from tripping.
\nKeep the home clean and dry, and keep the indoor light sufficient to reduce the
\nchance of slipping. The elderly can also use walking sticks to assist walking,
\neven at home. Non-slip rubber mats can be placed in the bathtub or shower, and
\nhandrails can be installed where necessary.<\/p>\n
\nconsume high-calcium foods such as milk, beans, dried fruits and nut. Many fish
\nand vegetables can also provide rich calcium. Elderly eating more high-calcium
\nfoods can help prevent osteoporosis in the event of a fall. It can also reduce
\nthe chance of fracture. The aged-adults are encouraged to go outdoor more
\nbecause when the skin receives ultraviolet radiation, it helps calcium
\nabsorption. Thereby, it will increase bone density, enhancing bone elasticity,
\nhelping to strengthen bones, and also helpful for backaches, joint
\ninflexibility and other problems.<\/p>\n