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Nov 04, 2008 09:23

I heard on Good Morning America that every 18 minutes an adult over 65 falls; every 35 minutes an adult over 65 dies from complications due to a fall.

I'm not over 65 yet, but I fell twice last week, once getting in bed, and once getting out.  Both times the paramedics had to come and get me up. That last fall has really left me sore, and according ( Read more... )

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dawnd November 4 2008, 19:06:01 UTC
Aieeee. Well, I hope things continue in a positive direction. And I know what you mean about memory foam. My back likes it, but it can be too warm for me in summer sometimes.

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firecat November 4 2008, 22:10:46 UTC
Ack. I hope that you can regain your strength and balance, and that your wheelchair can be fixed to be more comfortable.

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tracytreefrog November 5 2008, 03:31:39 UTC
Falling SUCKS! Hope you are stronger soon. Glad you are at least home!

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