The causes of fall accidents are many, including

• Falls due to aging.
• Pathological health conditions.
• Poor vision.
• Some medications upset the balance.
• Foot fatigue and various diseases.
• Bad weather.

The causes of fall accidents are many, including falls that occur to those who are old in the event that the floor is slippery or the lighting is dim, which leads to an adult fall for the elderly, so that their descent from the stairs in such circumstances may expose them to danger.

Chronic health conditions such as heart disease, dementia or vertigo hypotension can be the cause of falls.

Many people may experience visual impairment, which leads to an increased risk of falling from stairs or slipping on the floor, so if a person suffers from poor vision, care must be taken to prevent injury.

There are also some medications that may cause problems with the body's balance, there are some drugs such as tranquilizers that can cause an imbalance, and there are some treatments such as antidepressants that have this effect.

Some foot problems may lead to falls, and some unsafe shoes may help slipping and also increase the risk of falls.

The weather may cause a lot of slipping and falling accidents, so during the winter in particular, attention must be paid to securing the place to reduce falls, as in some places where rain and snow fall, falls may be many, so caution is the most important thing in the matter.

When are falls serious?

• A history of the previous fall.
• Hypotension.
• Postural or orthostatic hypotension.
• Incontinence.
• Diabetes.
• Changes in blood sugar levels.
• Alzheimer's disease and dementia.

If you fall more than once in the past six months, it is likely to be serious and requires medical attention.

There are some older adults who may experience normal low blood pressure causing dizziness, lightheadedness, or imbalance during movement.

The case of postural hypotension occurs due to low blood pressure, which occurs when a person changes his position, such as moving from sitting to standing, and the elderly may suffer from postural hypotension as a result of normal conditions or as a result of the side effects of some medications, and they are considered the most at risk of falling.

Those who suffer from urinary incontinence have to urinate frequently and quickly, which can increase the risk of falling, especially at night.

Those who have had stroke, Parkinson's disease and arthritis may not be able to move in a balanced manner, and it becomes difficult to respond quickly to stumbles or even stand up after stumbling.

An imbalance in blood sugar levels can lead to fainting, and diabetes can also affect vision and reduce the feeling of feet and legs, causing falls.

People with Alzheimer's disease or other types of dementia may become less aware of their surroundings and less able to respond to protect themselves when falling.

Serious injuries from falls

• Head and brain injuries.
• Spinal cord injury.
• Acute and complex bone fractures.

A slip and fall accident can lead to serious brain injuries, including what is known as traumatic brain, as these injuries can cause permanent disruption in a person's health.

In cases of serious falls, severe damage to the spinal cord may occur, up to cutting, and some studies have stated that falls and slips affect the same level and can cause injuries to the spinal cord, spinal cord injuries can be chronic and in some cases may lead to paralysis.

When a fracture of a large bone occurs after a fall, such as fractures in the pelvis or hip bone, some chronic adverse effects such as loss of mobility and impact on overall health can occur.

One of the factors for preventing falls

• Good lighting should be available near the bed and bathroom or toilet, especially at night and near and good lighting at any internal stairs, replace the dim light balls with strong and bright ones so that the road is easy to see and no fall accident.
• Organize the house and rooms well, reduce any clutter, and make sure that the corridors are empty, clean and well lit.
• That worn carpets are replaced with new ones so that no tripping is done.
• Ensure that the floor mats are safe and do not have tears, adhesive tapes are placed on all mats and carpets to be attached to the floor, especially in the bathroom.
• The chairs and beds should be intact and easy to move around, and both tables and chairs should not have any sharp corners.
• Leave no spills on the floor and wipe them immediately.
• Some handles and handles can be found in the bathroom and corridors to help lean on them, especially if the tiles are of slippery quality, especially if they are wet.
• Avoid making highly polished floors as they cause falls.
• Some support bars can be placed near the stairs if there is no support to lean on.
• To reduce the risk of falls in emergency situations, you must make sure that the place equipped with a smoke alarm and all the first aid so that God forbid something happened and the tools are ready.
• Not wearing long clothes that are in contact with the ground, this is because this can be the cause of falls.
• It is not recommended to wear socks or shoes with loose soles at home.

What to do if you have a fall accident

If you can rise on your own

• Don't worry, but be still for a few minutes and try to be quiet.
• Reach out to others for support if you fall.
• You can contact the doctor for help, so the phone should be handy, for example, and placed on a low table.
• Try to decide if he is able to get yourself up.
• If you are unable to stand, you can roll over until you find a way to help.
• Hold a fixed piece of furniture such as a chair so you can stand.
• Standing can start from the knees.
• Rise up by using the strongest leg and arm, while still holding the furniture.
• Try to rest and sit down immediately after getting up.

If you can't get up on your own

• Crawl or roll over the mat and look for anything that gives your body heat, such as bed linen, towel or clothing until help arrives
• Use your phone or any means of communication until you get quick support.
• If there is no means of communication, you can use something with a sound to make a loud noise, such as knocking with a stick and walking on the wall so that others can help you.
• Work can be done to get up again calmly and carefully.
• Communicate with the doctor to make sure there are no injuries and to find out if there is a pathological cause of the fall.