{"id":536,"date":"2021-12-13T08:50:01","date_gmt":"2021-12-13T08:50:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/orlandpark.wpengine.com\/prevent-a-common-winter-injury\/"},"modified":"2023-08-03T15:17:08","modified_gmt":"2023-08-03T15:17:08","slug":"prevent-a-common-winter-injury","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/evergreenslc.com\/orlandpark\/prevent-a-common-winter-injury\/","title":{"rendered":"Ways To Prevent A Common Winter Injury"},"content":{"rendered":"
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As we approach winter, Evergreen Senior Living in Orland Park wants to provide our community with some helpful tips on preventing common winter injuries!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Slipping and falling on ice and snow is a very common injury for people of all ages, but seniors are especially at risk. In fact, according to the CDC, falls are the leading cause of injury among older Americans, and winter weather conditions only exacerbate that concern.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Ice can be difficult to see both at night and during the day. Seniors can easily lose their footing and take a fall that can put them in severe danger. Those who previously suffered hip injuries can especially be affected by damage to their hips or back. Seniors should be accompanied when walking outside, helped down driveways, and helped across parking lots to ensure they are stable and have the support to walk safely.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Below we have provided some helpful ways to keep you and your loved safe this winter:<\/span><\/p>\n

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