Risk of Falls

Did you know… 67% of emergency room visits by adults ages 65+ are for falls? Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths for older adults.

Research indicates the reason why hearing loss can increase the risk of falls.  Those with hearing challenges may have:

• More difficulty in focusing reduced attention capacity on safely finding their way
• Poorer postural balance, an important factor in standing and walking stability.
• Shared pathways between hearing and balance-related brain structures.
• Fewer sensory cues in daily surroundings which help with spatial orientation and hazard avoidance.