Every 13 seconds, an older Canadian adult is treated in the emergency room for a fall; every 20 minutes, an older adult dies from a fall.

About one third of the senior population over the age of 65 falls each year, but since many incidents go unreported by seniors and unrecognized by family members or caregivers – this estimate is most likely quite low.
 

Falls are the leading cause of death from injury among people 65 and older, and the risk of falls increases proportionately with age. At 80 years, over half of seniors fall annually. 
 

Falls are the second leading cause of unintentional injury deaths worldwide.


One of the many Simple Tips to Prevent Falls consists of having the senior person Wear Properly Fitted, Sturdy Anti-Skid Orthopedic Shoes

Paradigm Medical offers a wide variety of footwear, designed for this purpose and for patients with:

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