Lexington - What could happen to an elderly person if he or she has a fall?
Falls in the elderly in Lexington are the leading cause injury-related visits to emergency
departments. Many fractures could result from a fall including, but not limited
to, the hip, pelvis, and shoulder. Trauma could be caused by a fall.
The fear of falling again will could result which could be a potentially debilitating
consequence. This constant fear could cause decreased socialization,
decreased mobility, and a depressed mood because they lose their
independence. They eventually must rely on others to take care of them.
