A member asked:

I have been clumsy all my life, tripping and falling down a lot. now that i have osteoporosis, im worried about breaking a bone when i fall. what can i do to improve my poor balance?

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Dr. Quang Nguyen answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Many things: Make sure your osteoporosis is adequately treated. Make sure your calcium and vitamin d level is normal. Supplement if necessary. Remove house hazards that can make you fall: maintain adequate lighting around the house, remove clutters that can make you trip around the house, remove movable carpets/rugs. Install fall guards and handles in bathroom/bathtubs.

Answered 11/25/2013

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