There is a range of equipment available to help prevent falls from occuring and/or reduce the severity of a possible fall. These include:
- hip protectors
- elbow and skin protectors
- bed raisers
- bed rails
- slip-resistant floorings
- bath boards
- shower chairs
- commodes
- shower trolleys
- slings
- hoists
- lifting and transferring aids
- chair raisers
- walking frames (including quadrupods, tripods)
- walkers
- personal alarms
They are available from a range of suppliers, please refer to the Independent Living Centres Australia for more information.
Other useful resources include:
