What to Do If You Fall At Home

After you fall, panic is often your first reaction. However, it's important to remain calm. How you react after a fall can cause more injuries than the fall itself. If you try to get up too quickly or in the wrong position you may make an injury worse. Here are the steps to follow:

• Take several deep breaths, assess the situation and determine if you are hurt.
• If you believe you are injured, do not attempt to get up. Instead, call 911 or get help from a family member.
• If you feel strong enough to get up, follow the steps provided by the  American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.