OT after a fall

The occupational support you receive after a fall depends very much on why you fell, injuries sustained, number of previous falls and continuing risk of your falling.

The therapy can include:

Group exercises:

• Exercises to improve your balance and increase your leg strength
• Exercises on how to get up safely after a fall
• Group education
• Anxiety management and relaxation

Home visits

Guidance on how to make your flat or house safer and advice on suitable safety equipment.

This can include

• Raising the toilet or bed
• Fitting grab rails
• Lighting dark areas
• Improving access to cooking and washing equipment
• Turning steps into ramps
• Providing special equipment, such as a stair lift, an easy-access bath or shower or a personal alarm.