Geriatric Health Tip

How to lower your risk of falling: 

  Every year, about one-third of people over 75 fall in their homes.Some things you can do to

  lower your risk include: 

• In your home:

  • Make sure you have good lighting.
  • Fasten rugs firmly to the floor.
  • Remove exposed electrical cords from the floor.
  • Install hand rails near the toilet and in the shower.
  • Only use stairs with secure hand rails.
  • In the kitchen and pantry, store things at easy-to-reach levels.
  • Wear shoes with non-skid soles and avoid loose-fitting slippers and shoes.
• Stay healthy:

  • See your family doctor regularly.
  • See your eye doctor yearly.
  • Exercise to maintain muscle strength, flexibility and balance.
  • Talk to your doctor about reducing medication side-effects.
  • See your doctor if you have “dizzy” spells.
  • If your doctor suggests a cane or walker, please use it.
  • Don’t smoke.
  • When you get out of bed, sit on the side of the bed for a few minutes because your blood pressure takes some time to adjust.

For more information on our practice or to schedule an appointment, please call 770-813-9250. 

James Criner, MD and Christopher Stevens, MD

Preferred Physicians Group

7360 McGinnis Ferry Road, Suite C

Suwanee, GA  30024

www.ppgatlanta.com