Things We Can’t Usually Change:

1. •Arthritis
   

2. •Reduced Independence
   

3. •Depression
   

4. •Cognitive problems
   

5. •Over 80 years of age

Things that can usually be changed:

1. •A fall
   

2. •Weakness
   

3. •Abnormal walking pattern
   

4. •Limited balance
   

5. •Need for a mobility device
   

6. •Visual impairments
   

7. •Environmental factors
   

Adults over 65 years

-1 in 3 a year

Adults over 85 years

-1 in 2 a year

Cycle of a Fall