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How to Safely Help Someone with Parkinson’s Get up After a Fall

Posted on by ChrisL

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”

How to Get Up After a Fall When You Have Parkinson’s

Posted on by Landtiser

Falls happen even if your balance isn’t compromised. If Parkinson’s has caused your balance to become an issue, a fall can be catastrophic. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: 1 in 4 Americans aged 65+ fall each year; every 11 seconds, an older adult is treated in the emergency room for a fall; and every 19 minutes, an older adult dies from a fall.

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What happens if you are alone and fall? Watch my video to learn what you need to do to get up after a fall. Continue reading “How to Get Up After a Fall When You Have Parkinson’s”