This Is The Most Common Injury Type From A Connecticut Slip And Fall Injury

There are a tremendous amount of  ways that you can injure yourself when you are involved in a Connecticut slip and fall accident.  A loose brick on a walkway can lead to a damaging fall.  Wet leaves on a sidewalk can leave you injured.  You may find yourself falling down a set of stairs if the banister is loose in a home.  

The simple fact is that there are many ways to find yourself injured and down for the count after you fall.  These types of falls can lead to serious injuries and change your life in an instant.  The one type of injury that is most common from a fall of this type is a hip fracture.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) the #1 way that people injure themselves and their hip is through a traumatic fall.  In fact, 95% of all hip fractures are the result of a fall.  This type of fall and injury can cause life altering pain and surgery that  can be difficult to come back from.

Here are some more statistics that relate to hip fractures:

1. 3/4 of all hip fractures occur in women - this is due to the fact that more women experience osteoporosis which leads to weaker bone structures

2. 300,000 people who are over the age of 65 years old experience hip fractures each year 

3. As you age the chance of you breaking your hip go up with every year

There are some things that you can do to help prevent yourself from being involved in a Connecticut slip and fall accident according to the CDC.  Getting your eyes checked regularly is one way you can stay sharp and avoid a fall.  Maintaining a regimen of balance and strength exercises can help reduce the risk of a fall.  Whether you are male or female you may want to get screened for osteoporosis .  Finally, you will want to review your home and make sure you reduce any areas of concern that could result in a fall.

While hip fractures due to falls are far more common among those 65 years and older, they can happen at any age and you should be vigilant and mindful of the possibility that a fall can happen any time.  If you take steps to keep yourself healthy and agile you will be doing your part to prevent this type of injury.

A hip fracture as a result of a fall can be traumatic and you may want to speak with an attorney about how to protect your long-term rights.  Contact our office and one of our experienced attorneys will review your case.