fell a little bit, which may be a small matter to young people, but for older people, it may have a great impact on their health, especially for older people. WHO data shows that more than 300,000 people die from falls every year around the world, and half of them are over 60 years old. Why do people easily fall when they are old? How harmful is it to your health? How to prevent it in normal times? Next, I will talk to you, I hope this article will be helpful to you.
People are prone to fall when they are old. What does it have to do with it?
In fact, there is a reason for this problem. Because people are old, The body functions of the elderly and young people are different. For example, hearing loss and muscle loss, the body will undergo degenerative changes . These physical changes will increase the chance of falling.
In addition, when people get older, they are more likely to get more diseases. For example, Joint diseases are more common among the elderly, and normal activities of people cannot be separated from the cooperation of each joint. Many elderly people suffer from diseases, and some have more than one type of disease, and their daily activities may be affected and restricted.
Some people walk well at the beginning, but The knee suddenly becomes soft . Some people almost fell, and some people have already fallen. In fact, this is generally related to joint damage, and meniscus damage is a relatively common type. In addition to being prone to falling, joints are also prone to pain, and their activities are also easily restricted.
For elderly people who are overweight, joints are under greater pressure and are more susceptible to wear and tear. The chance of problems will increase, which may also increase the risk.
How harmful is the elderly to their health if they fall?
fracture is the most common result. Different parts of the damage will have different effects on the body. If it occurs on the legs and brain, the impact will generally be greater. As the saying goes, it is said that it will hurt your muscles for a hundred days, but for , it may take to stay in bed for a long time. During this period, there are still certain health risks, such as infected with , which brings other problems.
If it continues for a long time, it may even shorten the life span in severe cases. Not long ago, the Queen of England passed away. She fell accidentally during her lifetime. Although this may not be the reason, for older people, the physical impact is greatly affected.
In addition, this is also very unfavorable for the elderly's mental health . They will feel that they will not only not be able to help the family, but also drag down their families.
After the old man fell, should he stand up immediately?
Maybe many people's first reaction is to get up immediately. If they see an old man falling on the road, many people will step forward without hesitation and help the old man up. However, from the perspective of physical health, it may not be necessary to stand up immediately in a hurry. This is because if the damaged part does not have shifted , the human body may not feel obvious pain. If it is rushing, it may happen instead, and the damage may be greater.
So, what should I do at this time? The elderly can first gently move their lower limbs to see if they can lift their legs. If they can walk normally, pay attention to observation. If they feel discomfort, it is recommended to seek medical treatment in time. If you cannot stand up, it is recommended to call the emergency number in time.
It is now autumn and winter, and the weather is getting colder. The elderly wear more clothes, so it may not be easy to move well. If it encounters rainy and snowy weather, the chance of falling is higher. It is important to learn to prevent it. To a large extent, it may block many diseases. So, what can you do in life? The following suggestions may be referred to. Those who have elderly people at home should pay more attention.
First, you should pay attention to some moments when the falls are high
For example, many elderly people will start at night . If the light is not turned on, or the steps are relatively high, it may be easy to happen if you are not careful. There is also bathing , some elderly people like to take a bath, but if they take a bath for too long, staying in a high temperature environment for a long time can easily cause dizziness and other discomfort. When using toiletries such as shower gel , the floor is relatively slippery and easy to occur.
At these times, you should pay more attention. If you feel urged to urinate at night, don’t hold it in your mouth and go to the toilet in time, so that you won’t be too anxious and help reduce the risk of falling. When taking a bath, the elderly should pay attention to the control duration and prevent slippage. If there is a chronic disease, it should be paid more attention and can be accompanied by their family.
Second, enhance bone density, exercise balance ability,
Reasonable supplement of nutrition, pay attention to balance, and moderate exercise will help enhance bone density, exercise balance ability, and slow down muscle loss, which is also beneficial for preventing diseases. For the elderly, Protein is very important, but many elderly people eat too lightly in their lives, but their bodies are actually lacking but they do not replenish them in time. It is recommended to eat some fish regularly and eat some eggs and milk foods reasonably.
Regarding sports, do what you can and choose the one that suits you. There is no need to blindly imitate others. In addition to for a walk, it is OK to practice Tai Chi , practice Golden Rooster Independence, and dance square dance .
In short, falls have a great impact on physical health for the elderly, and can even be said to be disastrous. Regarding life and death, it is very important for the elderly to prevent falls. The causes of easy occurrence, the harm to the body, and how to prevent them. I believe that through the above content, everyone has already understood something. After reading it, you might as well turn to the family group to show your family. If the elderly at home are unable to walk steadily, it is necessary to prepare a cane and other helping things to help.
Reference:
1.20%-30% of the elderly will suffer moderate and severe injuries after falling! There is a "risk ranking" for the elderly to fall. China Youth Daily. 2021.07.18
2. Don't rush to help the elderly when falling. Global Network. 2019.12.03
3. How harmful is it to the elderly to fall? There are five major measures to prevent falls. Beijing Youth Network.2021.07.14
