When someone falls, our first instinct is to help them up quickly usually without thinking about our own back. People typically don’t fall in a convenient place or perfect position. Many times, it’s in a shower or tub, by a bed wedged between a nightstand, or even in a closet. If your loved one is twice your size and has Parkinson’s, it could be hazardous to you if you try to lift them.
Watch the video below to learn how to safely help someone with Parkinson’s get up after a fall: Continue reading “How to Safely Help Someone with Parkinson’s Get up After a Fall”