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• Use assistive devices such as canes or walkers when you have have been told to do so by your physician or therapist. |
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• Do not use chair or sofa that is so low that it is difficult to stand up. |
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• Repair or remove wobbly chairs, tables or ladders. |
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• Wear low-heel shoes with nonskid surfaces. |
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• Avoid shoes with heavy thick soles. |
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• Arrange furnature to create clear pathways. |
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• Clean up spills as soon as they happen. |
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• Repair loose carpeting immediately. |
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• Remove throw rugs or use non-skid tape on backing of throw rugs. |
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• Arrange all electrical cords so that they will not cause tripping. |
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• Avoid climbing and reaching to high sheives - place frequently used items at counter level. |
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• Use stable step stool with handrails. |
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• Make sure stairs are firmly anchored, have hand rails that are solid and easy to grasp, and that there is adequate lighting above them. |
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• Keep stairs free of clutter. |
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• Do not rush to bathroom - if necessary use bedside commode. |
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• Use bathroom rugs with nonskid backing. |
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• Use mats or non-skid strips in bathtub and/or shower. |
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• Install grab bars in bath tub, shower stall and toilet area if you have difficulty standing. |
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• Use shower bench or chair in bath tub if you are unable to lower yourself to the floor of the bath tub - have family available during shower. |
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• Replace glass shower door with non-shattering material. |
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• Keep night light on in the bathroom and bedroom. |
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• Install night light on in the bathroom and bedroom. |
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• Make sure light switches work at the top and bottom of stairs. |
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• Keep a phone near the bed. |
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• Keep flashlights nearby in case of power outage. |
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