Why do old people fall? Fall can lead to a very serious medical situation for elders. Did you know that one out of 4 people over the age of 65, fall every year? And one out of 5 falls results in a fracture or a head injury?

The risk of serious injury increases as we age. People in their 80s are at higher risk than those in their 60s.

What causes falls in the elderly? While doing my training at Mount Sinai Medical Center, it seemed that a lot of falls and fractures happen from women trying to get out of a taxi.

In a lot of the countries, taxis are not the way that everyone gets around, but it illustrates that transitions can lead to falls, particularly as we get older, frailer, and are less safety aware.

Important risk factors for falls include:
* Walking on uneven or rocky paths, as opposed to smooth pavement.
* A short woven rug, versus a shag rug.

So you want to be walking on a smooth surface with no hazards or clutter that could cause stumbling, trips, or falls.

For elegant women, giving up the strappy, high heeled shoes, can be tough, But it would be a good first step.

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