Fall Prevention, Joint Protection, and Total Hip Precautions -You Can Be Safe!

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Across
  1. 2. Repair any ________ flooring or footpath areas
  2. 4. Often-used items should always be _________ to reach
  3. 6. ______ your joints by using flat-handed carrying
  4. 8. Keep ______ and toes pointed upwards.
  5. 11. Position in which to get dressed
  6. 13. Always use a _____ bar when using the shower/toilet
  7. 14. _____ your tasks so that you focus on getting the important ones done, and can complete the others another day.
  8. 15. Avoiding standing on one of these whenever possible
  9. 16. ______ tasks so you use good joint protection.
  10. 18. Do not bend your ____ past 90*
  11. 19. Clear this up from within and around your home
  12. 21. Avoid tight _______ and other positions that cause pain.
  13. 22. Do not _______ your hip inwards.
Down
  1. 1. Use a long-handled _______ to reach light items placed high on shelves or that have dropped onto the floor
  2. 3. Use your ________ devices to keep you safe while moving around
  3. 5. All areas of your house should be well _____
  4. 7. Do not _______ your legs.
  5. 9. Important for safely getting around at night
  6. 10. Inside and outside the shower you should have this type of mat
  7. 12. Always use these when going up or down any stairs
  8. 14. Always abide by these guidelines given to you by your doctor
  9. 17. Consider removing these from your home or tack them down well so as not to trip
  10. 20. ______ your activities so you can take breaks.