falls Flashcards
risk factors for falls
Cognitive decline (executive dysfunction) Environmental factors Poor footwear Rushing Weakness
increases the fall-risk and may lead to decreased quality of life, activity restriction, loss of independence and fall-risk
the fear of falling
conenction between anxiety and movement
Individuals who are anxious tend to display a stiffening strategy
Shorter stride
Reduction in motion of bilateral lower extremities
Reduced gait speed
In static tasks these strategies may be helpful, but in walking, it can result in a fall
conenction between anxiety and vision
Anxiety may also impact the visual search behavior of an individual
May get fixated on a potential threat to their balance
vision
The normal aging process of the visual system varies depending on genetic factors and lifestyle choices
Has a significant impact on engagement in occupations
Approximately 33% of individuals over the age of 65 have some vision-reducing eye condition
compromised vision
Individual Factors Poor visual contrast sensitivity and acuity Reduced visual field Decreased depth perception Environmental Factors Poor lighting
neuromuscular changes
Age related changes in the musculoskeletal system due to aging
Research has shown that exercise and strength training can be highly effective
could be typical cognitive decline or dementia related
maintain and/or enhance cognitive skills
cognitive changes
what addresses the following concerns? Working memory Processing speed Inductive reasoning Computer based Paper-and-pencil
prevention: cogntion
visual changes
Critical sensory systems
Has a role in social interactions and safety
Macular degeneration
Diabetic retinopathy
prevention: vision
Delaying onset of vision loss due to medical conditions Compensatory strategies Related to visual field loss Peripheral Central Decluttering spaces
