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How to Avoid Falling: A Guide for Active Aging and Independence

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If only one book on eldercare were to be obtained with the purpose of preserving quality of life, it should be Eric Frederikson's HOW TO AVOID FALLING. Falling is one of the major causes of disability and death in the elderly: the active aging who desire independence must have this guide, which covers all the risks of falling, methods for easily fall-proofing a home, and avoiding common falling hazards outside the home. The remainder provides strengthening exercises and encourages mobility as a way of building muscles and avoiding falls.

I checked this out from a library. I found it so useful that I bought a copy for my 89-year-old mother to keep at her house and for my siblings to review when we visit. It has great sections on how to handle stairs for those who are not sure-footed, for dealing with ice (difficult for anyone to maneuver), for how to fall if you cannot avoid it, exercises for strengthening muscles, and much more. Every public library, at least, should have this, and probably every household with babyboomers or older.

Has a lot of good exercises to do and a lot of information about falls. I was looking for more info on HOW to break your fall and lessen the injury.

So i have to say how much fun this is to give to friends as a gag gift!!! I know the book means well, and has a real point to make......but I tend to buy a couple of these every Christmas for my favorite people. Great images too!!!!