The risk of falling out of bed increases with age. Falls are among the main causes of injury among seniors. Serious injuries can be sustained by seniors who have had a fall. Falling is a threat not only to seniors wellbeing and overall health but is also a risk to their own personal autonomy and independence. Falls can cause serious bone breakage. Fractures of the hip are commonplace. Lowered levels of mobility and a decrease in ones ability to independently take care of the tasks of daily living can be the result of a bone fracture.
