When a senior falls, a caregiver may not realize the extent of the injury. Older adults may be reluctant to share how much pain they feel. Sometimes they might not feel severe pain until several days after they fall. After a fall, your older loved one should see a doctor, and it’s vital to ask the doctor to perform a thorough medical evaluation. Fall Risk Assessment A fall risk assessment is a tool with questions doctors ask seniors to pinpoint the causes and risks of falling. The assessment includes questions about daily living activities, medications, the home environment, and other concerns. X-Rays or Other Imaging Tests A senior who falls may deny he or she has pain or concern about…
