Monday, October 20, 2008
Fall Prevention – How To Stay On Your Feet
Causes of falls are:
Weakness Hip, knee and ankle muscles all effect balance.
Strength is lost with inactivity.
Poor balance People with HD have decreased reaction time, decreased coordination of movements, decreased speed of movement, decreased ability to do two things at once.
Medication Side effects from medication may be dizziness, drowsiness, unsteadiness and low blood pressure.
Fatigue Don’t underestimate this. It is not always recognized.
Perceptual impairments People with HD have difficulty visually scanning. They adapt slowly to darkness.What to do to prevent falls:
Exercise.
Monitor medications.
Preserve vision – wear glasses if necessary, increase lighting.
Rest muscles – take frequent breaks.
Safety at home:
Clean up clutter.
Limit furniture and obstacles.
Take up throw rugs.
Limit stair climbing.
Turn on lights.
Bathroom safety:
Use a shower seat.
Use grab bars.
Use a non-slip mat.
Rest between activities. Set priorities. Break down tasks into smaller steps.
Monday, May 31, 2010
Charlotte's Run Pictures
Friday, April 30, 2010
HD Awareness Month
Saturday, April 17, 2010
Charlotte’s Run 21
HDSA NEEDS YOUR HELP
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Caregiver’s Corner webinar on Monday, November 30, 2009 at noon EDT.
Monday, May 18, 2009
Charlotte's Run Pictures
Monday, November 03, 2008
Two feature articles in USA Today
Monday, October 20, 2008
Talks from the 2008 HD Annual Convention
Connecting With Your Inner Spirit
Fall Prevention – How To Stay On Your Feet
Coping With the Hospitalization of a Family Member with HD
