How To Prevent Falls: Better Balance, Independence and Energy in 6 Simple Steps [Paperback]

Ph.D. Betty Perkins-Carpenter (Author), Wes Fox (Editor), Jim Whiting and Dick Roberts (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 2006

Description: The book How To Prevent Falls is based on Dr. Betty Perkins-Carpenter's unique Six Step Balance System, designed to teach seniors how to prevent falls and avoid potentially devastating injuries, while increasing energy and maintaining independence through a series of safe, easy and fun to do balance exercise activities.

Editorial Reviews

Review

This is so easy and fun! There's so much I can do again without fear of falling. -- Ethel Hall

From the Publisher

"Every hour an older adult dies as the result of a fall," according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In fact, 1 out of 3 over the age of 65 falls each year.

These statistics are frightening. And with the senior class growing at an alarming rate, we must look for better ways to teach fall prevention. Fortunately, for our mothers and fathers, grandmothers and grandfathers, Dr. Betty Perkins-Carpenter has created her unique Six-Step Balance System to do just that! It is the only proven system of its kind and it's found only in How To Prevent Falls: Better Balance, Independence and Energy in 6 Simple Steps.

For the "Baby Boomers" with aging parents, it is a great resource to give, because it is designed to improve balance, increase energy and mobility, reduce stress and promote greater independence through a series of safe and easy-to-do exercise activities. And what's even better, there is not expensive equipment to buy - all activities can be performed in the comfort and safety of home.

Unfortunately, when a loved-one falls they are more likely than not to suffer a hip fracture, which leads to the most severe health problems and reduced quality of life. Only half of older adults who were living independently before their hip fracture were able to live on their own a year later. This means that a fall will produce devastating effects that affect everyone in the family. For the sons and daughters of parents who are injured, their career, free-time and marriages often suffer as well.

Fortunately, How To Prevent Falls: Better Balance, Independence and Energy in 6 Simple Steps is the #1 resource for fall prevention and has already helped thousands live better, safer lives.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 152 pages
• Publisher: Senior Fitness Productions, Inc.; 5th edition (September 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0962103160
• ISBN-13: 978-0962103162
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 7.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #64,595 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #60 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Safety & First Aid

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17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars How To Prevent Falls, August 6, 2000

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Martin Demarest (Ithaca, New York United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: How To Prevent Falls: A Comprehensive Guide to Better Balance (Paperback)

As an clinical administrator for residential services for an older population, I have seen first hand the devastating effects of the fear of falling on older people. Betty Perkins-Carpenter has provided a direct, easy-to-use approach to improving balance for seniors. How To Prevent Falls offers a life of continued independence and dignity for people for whom both are easily lost. It can provide the basis for activities of daily living program for seniors centers, and residential facilities. As people remain more independent the staff can focus their services on enhancing the quality of life. It is MUST reading for every person who has influence on or cares for a senior citizen.

15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This Is A Great Book, February 23, 2007

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Michael Bloch (Penfield, NY United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: How To Prevent Falls: Better Balance, Independence and Energy in 6 Simple Steps (Paperback)

The book, How To Prevent Falls is excellent. It is well written and professionally illustrated. It contains loads of information and easy to do exercises that really do make a difference. They are fun, too! Another nice feature is that it is easy for seniors to read because the type is not too small and the page layouts are very clear. This book makes a great gift for older people. Not only that, the author has her phone number in the book so anyone can call her with questions. And, if you do call, she is very nice and seems to really enjoy talking to people who are concerned about preventing falls. Wouldn't it be nice if more authors were like that?

13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is a handbook of wisdom for life!, November 17, 2003

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Linda Riley (Ga, United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: How To Prevent Falls: A Comprehensive Guide to Better Balance (Paperback)

This book is a handbook of wisdom for life! The content of Ms. Betty Perkins-Carpenter's book is destined to save lives, money, bones, and fall related injuries! By following the easy to read instructions you can literally transform the way you feel, look, and respond to falls. This little is book is an amazing approach to maintaining good health and extending life!

It provides cleverly proven exercises that really do help you balance and understand how to fall more safely; that is in the event of a fall. Personally, I have followed many of the instructions in the book, and experienced tremendous results! It is super! I recommend that everyone buy a copy and learn how to balance and practice falling more safely! In the event of a fall you will be glad that you did . . .!

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