Key Risk Factors of Fall Among Geriatrics

DISEASES IN GERIATRICS THAT CAUSE FALLS Comprehensive Overview of Key Risk Factors of Fall Among Elderly People

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NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS Parkinson’s Disease: Affects balance and coordination. Stroke: Weakness and impaired proprioception.

Peripheral Neuropathy: Reduces sensation in the feet, leading to instability. Dementia: Affects judgment, perception, and motor control.

MUSCULOSKELETAL CONDITIONS Osteoarthritis: Joint pain and stiffness restrict movement. Sarcopenia: Age-related muscle loss leads to weakness.

Osteoporosis: Increased fracture risk from minor falls. Spinal Degeneration: Affects posture and balance.

CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES Orthostatic Hypotension Arrhythmias Heart Failure Atherosclerosis

VISION AND SENSORY IMPAIRMENTS Cataract Glaucoma Diabetic Retinopathy: Hearing Loss

POLYPHARMACY AND MEDICATION SIDE EFFECTS Sedatives and Antidepressants Antihypertensives Diuretics Pain Medications

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