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Falling

I am 48 years old and disabled I have cerebellar Ataxia depression and diabetes type 2.
I am asking is there anything I can get that would help me get up when I have fallen my wife always help me but she has arthritis in her hands and causes a lot of pain now
I am asking is there anything I can get that would help me get up when I have fallen my wife always help me but she has arthritis in her hands and causes a lot of pain now
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There is some information here about getting up after a fall:
If you're not hurt and feel well enough, you should try to get up from the floor as safely as possible. The best way to get up off the floor will differ from person to person, but as a guide, you should:
To improve your confidence and technique, it's a good idea to practise getting up from a fall in different rooms of your house and using different objects for support. For your safety, ask a friend or relative to be with you when you practice.
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents have produced a short video showing how to get up safely after a fall.
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Disability Gamechanger - 2019
I've responded to your other post on this topic at: https://community.scope.org.uk/discussion/49939/i-am-looking-for-something-to-help-me-get-up-when-i-fall-i-cant-do-it-myself
Here is a copy of that response for your reference:
"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"
Jean Merrilees BSc MRCOT
You can read more of my posts at: https://community.scope.org.uk/categories/ask-an-occupational-therapist