I am looking for something to help me get up when I fall I can't do it myself

Jimbo95

I keep falling on the floor my wife helps me but she has arthritis in her hands and are causing a lot of pain now I am looking for something to help me get up when I fall I can't do it myself 

Ami2301

Hi @Jimbo95
Welcome to the community! Sorry to hear this. Do you have a condition that's causing you to have frequent falls?

Pippa_Alumni

Hi @Jimbo95, and welcome!

I wonder if there's anything @Jean_Scope could recommend?

Jean_OT

Hi @Jimbo95

Thanks to @Pippa_Scope for inviting me to join the conversation.

Firstly I think it is really important to ensure that everything that can be done to prevent you falling  is being done. So talk to your GP and get referred to the Falls Prevention Team or Occupational Therapist specializing in  falls prevention.

Also read the booklet 'Get up and Go' available for free download from:  https://www.csp.org.uk/publications/get-and-go-guide-staying-steady it includes tips for getting up after a fall.

Occasionally it is necessary for people to obtain specialist equipment such as hoists or  lifting cushions  https://mangarhealth.com/uk/patient-lifting/at-home/ Use of such equipment also requires training, maybe it would be best to talk over what is appropriate with the falls prevent team.

Best Wishes
Jean

cmci

I use a ni use a MANGER cushion with my husbands supporting me as it inflates