Fall Prevention

By identifying and resolving risks for a fall, we can help prevent potential injuries and even deaths due to a fall. If you are worried about someone’s safety and their risk for a fall, book an appointment to get a comprehensive fall assessment

Definition: variety of actions to help reduce the number of accidental falls, typically suffered by older people

What is a fall?

Fall: unintentionally coming to rest on the ground, floor, or other lower level, but not as a result of syncope (fainting) or overwhelming external force


In general, injury and mortality (death) rates rise dramatically for males and females of any race after the age of 85. Trauma resulting from a fall, such as a hip replacement or broken bone, is most often the cause of morbidity and mortality.

What are the risk factors for falls?

It is important to identify risks associated with falls so the individual may seek the appropriate medical attention to prevent potential falls, these include:

  • Drop foot
  • Lower leg weakness
  • Weak, unstable ankles
  • Arthritic joint pain
  • Unsteady walk
  • Problems maintaining balance
  • Difficulty standing without assistance
  • Over the age of 65

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What can I do to prevent a fall?

If you are concerned for yourself or someone close to you about a potential fall, book an appointment at the Cooksville Foot Care Clinic to evaluate the potential risk factors and develop a preventative treatment plan to help reduce the possibility of a fall.

Our foot specialists will perform a comprehensive exam to determine what risk factors are present and what can be done to minimize these risks.

General Preventative Measures

  • Ankle Foot Orthoses (AFO)
  • Custom-made orthotics
  • Orthopedic footwear
  • Custom-made footwear
  • Physical therapy