June 2025

Preventing falls at home is essential for keeping children safe as they explore their surroundings. Using stationary walkers and playpens can provide secure play areas, while installing safety gates helps block access to stairs and other risky spots. It is important to keep stairs clear of clutter and avoid placing toys or tempting items on top of furniture where children might climb. Despite precautions, falls can still occur and may lead to foot injuries, such as sprains, fractures, or bruises. A podiatrist can assess the extent of these injuries, provide proper treatment, and guide recovery with supportive footwear. If your child has balance issues or sustained a foot or ankle injury from falling, it is suggested that you confer with a podiatrist who can treat various injuries, and guide you effective fall prevention techniques. 

Preventing falls among the elderly is very important. If you are older and have fallen or fear that you are prone to falling, consult with Dr. Jonathan Kletz from Texas Foot Works. Our doctor will assess your condition and provide you with quality advice and care.

Every 11 seconds, an elderly American is being treated in an emergency room for a fall related injury. Falls are the leading cause of head and hip injuries for those 65 and older. Due to decreases in strength, balance, senses, and lack of awareness, elderly persons are very susceptible to falling. Thankfully, there are a number of things older persons can do to prevent falls.

How to Prevent Falls

Some effective methods that older persons can do to prevent falls include:

• Enrolling in strength and balance exercise program to increase balance and strength
• Periodically having your sight and hearing checked
• Discuss any medications you have with a doctor to see if it increases the risk of falling
• Clearing the house of falling hazards and installing devices like grab bars and railings
• Utilizing a walker or cane
• Wearing shoes that provide good support and cushioning
• Talking to family members about falling and increasing awareness

Falling can be a traumatic and embarrassing experience for elderly persons; this can make them less willing to leave the house, and less willing to talk to someone about their fears of falling. Doing such things, however, will increase the likelihood of tripping or losing one’s balance. Knowing the causes of falling and how to prevent them is the best way to mitigate the risk of serious injury.  

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact one of our our offices located in Dallas, Athens, and Gun Barrel City, TX . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.

As the years go by, it can become more difficult to keep up with routines that once felt simple. Bending, reaching, or even seeing the bottoms of the feet clearly can pose challenges. Dry skin, thickened nails, and calluses may go unnoticed or untreated, especially when vision or balance is not what it used to be. Some people may not feel pain as easily due to reduced sensation, which can allow small issues to grow into larger problems. Managing these concerns on your own is not always realistic, and it is common for older people to need a bit of help maintaining foot comfort and safety. Regular check-ins with a foot specialist can make a big difference. If taking care of your feet feels harder than it once did, it is suggested that you see a podiatrist for proper guidance and treatment.

If you need your feet checked, contact Dr. Jonathan Kletz of Texas Foot Works. Our doctor will attend to all of your foot and ankle needs and provide you with quality treatment.

Geriatrics and Podiatry
When people age, some common issues that may occur are bone density loss, dry skin, poor circulation, and rough brittle nails. These issues may also affect your foot health if the necessary steps are not taken to alleviate the problems.

It is important to take care of your feet because feet that are injured or diseased can affect your overall health. Having painful feet hinders your ability to do daily activities or may decrease your willingness to do the things that you need to do.

Visiting Your Geriatrician
As we age, health problems become more likely, so it is essential to visit your doctor for check-ups to ensure that you are doing the best you can to take care of your health. It is recommended to check your feet frequently for any possible cuts, bruises, swelling, corns or any other irregularities. 

Taking Care of Elderly Feet
Cracked or dry feet can be treated by applying moisturizer often. It is also important not to wear old socks because the older the sock is, the higher the possibility there will be that there is bacteria there. Wear fresh socks and make sure they fit properly.

Proper foot health means that you can have a more active lifestyle and you will not be bogged down by pain. Foot health also leads to good circulation, which is paramount for overall health.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact one of our our offices located in Dallas, Athens, and Gun Barrel City, TX . We offer the newest diagnostic tools and technology to treat your foot and ankle needs.