---
url: 'https://www.stagehia.healthinaging.org/a-z-topic/falls-prevention'
title: 'Falls Prevention'
author:
  name: 'lauren kopchik'
  url: 'https://www.stagehia.healthinaging.org/user/97'
date: '2018-11-28T14:53:31+00:00'
updated: '2023-01-20T19:38:02+00:00'
type: topic
summary: 'Falls are among the most common dangers facing older adults, and one fall can change everything. Falls are a major threat to independent living and increase the risk of early death.'
tags:
  - Health
published: true
---
 Falls are a major problem for older adults. If they fall, they may lose their independence or die.

Older adults with a single fall need to have their gait (walking) and balance checked. Those who have two or more falls in a year need a complete exam focusing on their risks of falling.

[Basic Facts](/a-z-topic/falls-prevention/basic-facts)

[Causes](/a-z-topic/falls-prevention/causes)

[Diagnosis & Tests](/a-z-topic/falls-prevention/tests)

[Care & Treatment](/a-z-topic/falls-prevention/care-treatment)

[Lifestyle & Management](/a-z-topic/falls-prevention/lifestyle)