Falls are not always caused by physical obstacles. A strong sense of dizziness is frequently the cause. These can result in, for example, incorrect foot placement, resulting in a loss of stability. Fortunately, there are ways to mitigate these dangers. Some of these are extremely useful. For example, you should always wear shoes with appropriate soles and get up calmly.
There are also some methods by which science can assist us. In fact, dizziness is frequently caused by an inner ear pathology. Learning these simple movements, rather than just gymnastic exercises, could help the elderly avoid dizziness and falls, as well as improve their balance.
The inside of our heads is a common source of dizziness. The displacement of the so-called otoconial crystals in a semicircular canal would explain the so-called benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. This causes a feeling of vertigo. These symptoms are caused by the simple movement of the head. Drugs for this are unlikely to be effective. Physical treatment would be effective in preventing dizziness and thus falls. Some maneuvers may allow these otoliths to reposition themselves.
The Epley Maneuver is the name of one of these exercises. And it usually applies to seniors who get dizzy when they move. This maneuver entails turning and tilting the head in specific directions.
Doctors perform the maneuver the first time, but patients can learn and repeat it as needed. The same is true for what are known as Brandt-Daroff exercises. These are some movements that should be done while sitting or lying down to relieve dizziness. It only takes a few moments.
Obviously, you should consult with your doctor about it. In fact, each clinical situation is unique. Not everyone will be able to deal with it as easily or as quickly as others. Nonetheless, the significance of the outcome may be worth the effort to investigate. Domestic accidents, on the other hand, are a constant source of concern for all family members.
And, as the old adage goes, preventing a problem is preferable to solving it. This is especially true when it comes to people's health.
In the past, we addressed the same topic by suggesting other behaviors that are extremely beneficial to the elderly's balance.
(The information in this article is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice or the opinion of a specialist. Furthermore, it is not a component of forming a diagnosis or prescribing a treatment. As a result, it is always advisable to seek the advice of a doctor or a specialist.)
