If you have osteoporosis and break your hip, there’s up to a 40% chance that you’ll be dead within a year. And more than half of people who survive never regain the same mobility and pain-free life they had before. Nearly all osteoporosis fracture happen because someone falls, so anything you can do to prevent a fall can reduce your risk for fractures. My book, Fracture-Proof Your Bones: A Comprehensive Guide to Osteoporosis, contains these, and many other helpful tips, and guides you through creating a holistic plan to maintain bone strength and reduce your risks. If you’re serious about protecting your bones and health, get a copy of the book today. 

1. Tidy Up Your Home

• Tuck away loose electric cords and other tripping hazards.
• Remove clutter.
• Secure loose rugs to the floor.
• Purchase non-slip mats for the bathtub or shower.
• Check that all handrails are secure.
• Wear rubber-soled, non-stick slippers or supportive shoes in the house.

2. Be Safe After Dark

• Keep the house well lit, and turn on lights before walking down hallways or into rooms.
• Use nightlights.
• Keep a clear path from your bed to the bathroom.
• Keep a lamp or light switch within reach of your bed.
• If you wear glasses, check that your prescription is up to date.

3. Work on your Balance

• Participate in exercises that improve balance. Consider enrolling in yoga or tai chi classes or enlisting help from a personal trainer or physical therapist. And doing the simple Stork Exercise while you brush your teeth is a convenient way to improve your balance and reduce your risk of falling.
• Include a balance of aerobic and weight-bearing exercise to improve muscle strength and stability.
• Incorporate exercise into everyday activities. For ideas on how to do this, read my blog, 5 Simple Ways to Work Exercise into Your Life.

4. Re-evaluate Medications and Supplements

5. Get Your Zzzzz’s

• Sleep deprivation reduces judgment, balance and reaction time. So ensure you’re getting the recommended eight hours of sleep on average per night.
• Read and implement the tips in my blog, Your Checklist for Better Sleep.
• And if you need some help extra help, take my Sleep Relief dietary supplement.

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