Table of Contents

About this book

Part 1: staying on your feet
1. Coming to grips with falls
2. The causes and cures of falls
3. A quick wrap-up

Part 2: boosters and barriers to a safer lifestyle
4. An ongoing process, not just one decision
5. Barriers to reducing falls
6. Turning decisions to action

Part 3: how to keep on your feet
Moving
7. Moving about safely
8. Balance and strength – an essential combination
9. Balance
10. Muscle strength
11. Making exercise count
Feeling safe at home and in your community
12. Home safety
13. Community safety
14. Travel safety
15. Footwear
16. Hip protection
How to handle a changing body
17. Changing vision
18. Managing medication
19. Postural dizziness
20. Benefits of vitamin D and calcium

Charts to copy
Contacts and resources
Acknowledgements
Index

Promotional Information

Staying power: tips and tools for keeping you on your feet gives practical and inspirational advice on how to prevent falls in your life.

About the Author

Lindy Clemson is an associate professor of ageing at the University of Sydney.
Megan Swann is an occupational therapist at the Prince of Wales Hospital (New South Wales) and health education officer at St Vincent's Hospital community health service.

Reviews

‘Written primarily for older people who are completely new to the concept of falls reduction, however it’s also a great reference for allied health workers who are interested in falls prevention.’
*Assessor Services Bulletin*