If your senior has just had a fall, even a smaller one, a trip to her doctor should be high on your list of next things to do. The reasoning for this is multifold but your elderly family member might not want to go. In case you’re thinking of skipping it, here are some reasons for heading off to the doctor anyway.
Senior Care in Montclair CA: Senior Fall Risks
She May Be Injured and Not Realize It
The shock of a fall can mask some injuries, even injuries that you would think your senior would notice. Adrenaline spikes can leave your senior feeling as if she’s fine, just a little shaken up. Getting to the doctor as soon as possible ensures that you can check common issues after a fall and make sure that your elderly family member is alright.
She May Have a New Health Issue
While you might consider the fall the problem, it could actually be a symptom of something bigger. Your senior could have a new health issue that makes her less than steady on her feet. Going to the doctor now allows your senior’s doctor to look at all of those sorts of potential issues. Knowing what your senior is up against is crucial.
She May Have New Risk Factors
She may not have any new health issues, but your senior could have new risk factors. For instance, some of the medications she’s taking may be interacting to make her more susceptible to a fall. This is especially true if the dosages have changed or if your senior is taking medications that are new to her.
You Can Get More Information to Keep Your Senior Safe
The biggest reason to go to the doctor is so that you can ask your elderly family member’s physician questions about what to do next. Even if she’s not injured or dealing with new health issues, you want to make sure that you know how to avoid another fall in the future. Now that she’s experienced a fall, your senior’s doctor can help you to work out a plan for the future that can help avoid another one. This is definitely worth a trip to the doctor’s office.
Having elder care providers with your senior when you can’t be there can be a good way to keep tabs on how she’s doing after a fall. That way if new symptoms show up or if your senior needs medical attention, there’s someone there with her who can help.
If you or an aging loved-one are considering Senior Care in Montclair, CA, contact the caring staff at No Place Like Home Homecare today at 951-382-5266.
About Kristi Duran
Kristi Duran is the owner of No Place Like Home Homecare. Kristi started NPLH because of her absolute love for seniors. She was raised by her grandparents from the day she was born. Kristi has a special connection to seniors and understands their wishes and needs to stay independent.
Kristi has worked in the medical field for years and has seen first-hand how aging seniors want nothing more than to age in the comfort of their own home with dignity and grace. At NPLH, she and her caregivers insure that this happens.
NPLH is not a large franchise. It is a personal family owned homecare service. This insures a one on one personalized touch. Kristi is available 24 hours a day to her clients and their families.
