Posts in Falls Prevention
Falls Prevention Awareness: How Healthy Feet Can Help You Stay Steady

September is an important time to focus on fall prevention, especially for older adults. At Goldsmith Podiatry in Manhattan, we know foot health can affect balance, stability, and confidence while walking. Addressing pain, numbness, and other foot problems may help reduce factors that can make a fall more likely.

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Busting Myths about Seniors and Falls

Did you know that over 3 million adults aged 65 and over are treated in emergency rooms yearly for injuries caused by a fall? Falls are the number one cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries among seniors. September is Fall Prevention Month and is a great opportunity to bring this problem to the forefront and one we at Goldsmith Podiatry want to share with our Manhattan patients.

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Top 5 Reasons for Falls and How to Prevent Them

The first day of fall is a natural reminder for Falls Prevention Awareness Day. Falls are the number one cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries in people 65 and older. At Goldsmith Podiatry we’re committed to helping our senior patients and those who love them to prevent falls. Below are five common causes of falls and how to correct them.

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