Unsteady Gait/Falls/Difficulty getting up from chair Intervention Tips N Tricks
● Med review: identify meds (causing orthostatic symptoms, high dose statins causing proximal weakness) and OTC meds that may be causing drug interactions
● Consider ruling out UTI
● Home Health PT/OT assessment for home safety assessment, transfer training, and muscle strengthening
● Home Modificaitons: https://www.ncoa.org/article/18-steps-to-fall-proofing-your-home/
● Get a motorized recliner - forward angle allows the individual to easily get up from the chair
● If unable to get a motorized recliner, consider raising the resting height of a seat/recliner by placing on a raised platform
● Get a high toilet seat or motorized toilet seat lift
● Get a hospital bed with rails
● Wheeled Walker
● Out of the home for exercise/activities
Version: YT 1/2025