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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Falling (accident) | |||
| image = [[File:Toddler_running_and_falling.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = A toddler falling while running | |||
| field = [[Emergency medicine]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Injury]], [[bruising]], [[fracture]], [[head injury]] | |||
| complications = [[Traumatic brain injury]], [[hip fracture]], [[spinal cord injury]] | |||
| onset = Sudden | |||
| duration = Variable, depending on injury | |||
| causes = [[Loss of balance]], [[slippery surfaces]], [[tripping]], [[dizziness]] | |||
| risks = [[Age]], [[osteoporosis]], [[vision impairment]], [[environmental hazards]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[imaging studies]] | |||
| prevention = [[Fall prevention]], [[exercise]], [[home safety modifications]] | |||
| treatment = [[First aid]], [[medical treatment]], [[rehabilitation]] | |||
| prognosis = Depends on severity of injury | |||
| frequency = Common, especially in older adults | |||
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'''Falling (accident)''' | '''Falling (accident)''' | ||
[[Falling (accident)]] is a sudden, unintentional change in position causing an individual to land at a lower level, such as on an object, the floor, or the ground, with or without injury. | [[Falling (accident)]] is a sudden, unintentional change in position causing an individual to land at a lower level, such as on an object, the floor, or the ground, with or without injury. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Falls can be caused by a variety of factors, including environmental hazards, physical conditions, and certain activities. Environmental hazards may include slippery or uneven surfaces, clutter, poor lighting, and lack of safety equipment. Physical conditions that can contribute to falls include [[ageing]], [[balance disorders]], [[vision impairment]], and [[muscle weakness]]. Certain activities, such as climbing ladders or using step stools, can also increase the risk of falls. | Falls can be caused by a variety of factors, including environmental hazards, physical conditions, and certain activities. Environmental hazards may include slippery or uneven surfaces, clutter, poor lighting, and lack of safety equipment. Physical conditions that can contribute to falls include [[ageing]], [[balance disorders]], [[vision impairment]], and [[muscle weakness]]. Certain activities, such as climbing ladders or using step stools, can also increase the risk of falls. | ||
==Consequences== | ==Consequences== | ||
Falls can result in a range of injuries, from minor bruises and sprains to more serious consequences such as fractures, head injuries, and even death. The severity of injuries can depend on the height of the fall and the landing surface, among other factors. Falls can also lead to a fear of falling, which can result in reduced mobility and loss of independence. | Falls can result in a range of injuries, from minor bruises and sprains to more serious consequences such as fractures, head injuries, and even death. The severity of injuries can depend on the height of the fall and the landing surface, among other factors. Falls can also lead to a fear of falling, which can result in reduced mobility and loss of independence. | ||
==Prevention== | ==Prevention== | ||
Preventing falls involves addressing the risk factors. This can include making environmental modifications, improving physical condition, and using safety equipment. Regular exercise can improve strength and balance, while regular eye check-ups can ensure that vision is optimal. Safety equipment such as handrails and non-slip mats can also help prevent falls. | Preventing falls involves addressing the risk factors. This can include making environmental modifications, improving physical condition, and using safety equipment. Regular exercise can improve strength and balance, while regular eye check-ups can ensure that vision is optimal. Safety equipment such as handrails and non-slip mats can also help prevent falls. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Slip and fall]] | * [[Slip and fall]] | ||
* [[Fall prevention]] | * [[Fall prevention]] | ||
* [[Occupational safety and health]] | * [[Occupational safety and health]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
==External links== | ==External links== | ||
* [[World Health Organization]] – Falls | * [[World Health Organization]] – Falls | ||
* [[Centers for Disease Control and Prevention]] – Falls in the Workplace | * [[Centers for Disease Control and Prevention]] – Falls in the Workplace | ||
[[Category:Accidents]] | [[Category:Accidents]] | ||
[[Category:Safety]] | [[Category:Safety]] | ||
[[Category:Geriatrics]] | [[Category:Geriatrics]] | ||
[[Category:Occupational safety and health]] | [[Category:Occupational safety and health]] | ||
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Injury, bruising, fracture, head injury |
| Complications | Traumatic brain injury, hip fracture, spinal cord injury |
| Onset | Sudden |
| Duration | Variable, depending on injury |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Loss of balance, slippery surfaces, tripping, dizziness |
| Risks | Age, osteoporosis, vision impairment, environmental hazards |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, imaging studies |
| Differential diagnosis | N/A |
| Prevention | Fall prevention, exercise, home safety modifications |
| Treatment | First aid, medical treatment, rehabilitation |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Depends on severity of injury |
| Frequency | Common, especially in older adults |
| Deaths | N/A |
Falling (accident)
Falling (accident) is a sudden, unintentional change in position causing an individual to land at a lower level, such as on an object, the floor, or the ground, with or without injury.
Causes[edit]
Falls can be caused by a variety of factors, including environmental hazards, physical conditions, and certain activities. Environmental hazards may include slippery or uneven surfaces, clutter, poor lighting, and lack of safety equipment. Physical conditions that can contribute to falls include ageing, balance disorders, vision impairment, and muscle weakness. Certain activities, such as climbing ladders or using step stools, can also increase the risk of falls.
Consequences[edit]
Falls can result in a range of injuries, from minor bruises and sprains to more serious consequences such as fractures, head injuries, and even death. The severity of injuries can depend on the height of the fall and the landing surface, among other factors. Falls can also lead to a fear of falling, which can result in reduced mobility and loss of independence.
Prevention[edit]
Preventing falls involves addressing the risk factors. This can include making environmental modifications, improving physical condition, and using safety equipment. Regular exercise can improve strength and balance, while regular eye check-ups can ensure that vision is optimal. Safety equipment such as handrails and non-slip mats can also help prevent falls.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
<references />
External links[edit]
- World Health Organization – Falls
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – Falls in the Workplace
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