Interventions that can decrease fall risk:

• Wearing properly fitting shoes
• Treating vision problems, such as cataracts
• Participating in exercise programs that include muscle strengthening and balance training
• Completing a home safety assessment to identify fall hazards
• Reviewing medications and adjusting them if needed
• Taking vitamin D supplements if levels are low

Get Help from a Geriatrics Healthcare Professional 
If you or someone you care for has a high risk of falling, consider seeing a geriatrician or another healthcare professional trained in geriatrics. These providers have specialized training in caring for older adults, including those at risk for falls.

Last Updated  May 2026