Since january 1st of this year, people over 65 years old had a fall in Europe, sometimes with serious consequences.
It should include a detailed inquiry concerning your medical history, lifestyle and the layout of your home as well as a review of your various treatments. It should also comprise a thorough and detailed physical examination, notably taking into account neurological, locomotor and cardiovascular examinations, the taking of arterial tension in the sitting (or supine) and standing position, the evaluation of visual and hearing capacities and an examination of your feet.
Such a comprehensive evaluation of an elderly individual should also explore cognitive functions, autonomy, their nutritional state and the various illnesses which, when combined, make it possible to have a precise idea of the fall risk.