INCOORDINATION AND FALLS

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This is for some who would like to read more about falls and how to get up if you do fall and your by youself.

INCOORDINATION AND FALLS

Incoordination and/or unsteadiness with walking in MSA are related to changes in the cerebellum. Falls can result from incoordination and also from light headedness.

Are there things that can be done to help the incoordination and falls?

Prevention is very important, as falls may be common:

Make sure there is adequate lighting

Keep floor clear of clothing, furniture, throw rugs

Use of hand-held shower device

Have bench or chair placed in shower or tub

Use non-skid mats and grab bars

Steps and walkways should be in good condition and clear of obstacles

Railings on stairways

Furniture and appliances should be secure and stable

Place an answering machine and a telephone near floor level, or carry a portable phone

Raise beds, toilet seats, etc.

Bed rails for positioning

Plastic car seat covers make it easier to get in and out of car, but fasten seat belts to prevent from sliding down in seat

Do not wax bare floors or use throw rugs

Wall-to-wall carpeting may soften a fall

Wipe up spills immediately

Concentrate only on walking

Rolling walker with hand brakes, heavy duty wheels and a seat

Physical therapy - balance, strengthening

Lifeline Response SystemWhat about foot wear?

Wear properly fitting footwear

Make sure shoes are in good shape

If freezing is a problem, try leather-soled shoes as rubber or crepe soles tend to stick to the floor

Wear slip-on ice grips in icy weather

If I fall how should I get up alone?

Rock onto your side

Push to a sitting position

Get on all fours and crawl to something solid

Firmly grasp it with both hands placed well apart

Bring the strongest knee up and move the foot forward

Press down with both hands and that foot

Lift hips and rise up

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Thanks for the info "incoordination and falls. Going to print a copy and keep nearby for quick reference. Winifred Card, Clinton, SC

INCOORDINATION AND FALLS

This is for some who would like to read more about falls and how to get up if you do fall and your by youself.INCOORDINATION AND FALLSIncoordination and/or unsteadiness with walking in MSA are related to changes in the cerebellum. Falls can result from incoordination and also from light headedness.Are there things that can be done to help the incoordination and falls? Prevention is very important, as falls may be common:Make sure there is adequate lightingKeep floor clear of clothing, furniture, throw rugsUse of hand-held shower deviceHave bench or chair placed in shower or tubUse non-skid mats and grab barsSteps and walkways should be in good condition and clear of obstaclesRailings on stairwaysFurniture and appliances should be secure and stablePlace an answering machine and a telephone near floor level, or carry a portable phoneRaise beds, toilet seats, etc.Bed rails for positioningPlastic car seat covers make it easier to get in and out of car, but fasten seat belts to prevent from sliding down in seatDo not wax bare floors or use throw rugsWall-to-wall carpeting may soften a fallWipe up spills immediatelyConcentrate only on walkingRolling walker with hand brakes, heavy duty wheels and a seatPhysical therapy - balance, strengtheningLifeline Response SystemWhat about foot wear? Wear properly fitting footwearMake sure shoes are in good shapeIf freezing is a problem, try leather-soled shoes as rubber or crepe soles tend to stick to the floorWear slip-on ice grips in icy weatherIf I fall how should I get up alone?Rock onto your sidePush to a sitting positionGet on all fours and crawl to something solidFirmly grasp it with both hands placed well apartBring the strongest knee up and move the foot forwardPress down with both hands and that footLift hips and rise up If you do not wish to belong to shydrager, you may unsubscribe by sending a blank email to shydrager-unsubscribe