Cataracts and other eye diseases can cause you to fall if you don't see well. Exercise regularly to keep your bones and muscles strong. Take good care of your feet. If you have pain in your feet or if you have large, thick nails and corns, you should have your doctor look at your feet. Talk to your doctor about any side effects you may have with your medicines.
Problems caused by side effects from medicine are a common cause of falls.
The more medicines you take, the more you risk having side effects from them, which raises your risk of falling. See your doctor if you have dizzy spells. If your doctor suggests that you use a cane or a walker to help you walk, please use it. This will give you extra stability when walking and will help you avoid a bad fall. Limit alcohol to two drinks per day.