My husband has had two falls in the middle of the night in the last month. I have put an automatic light in the room so he can see better. But fell last night as he couldn’t grip the floor. Does anyone have any suggestions with how to combat this. Are there any mats for example that would give better grip?
I would have him urinate into a bedside bottle.
Steve2
Hi Susie2, we’re really sorry to hear about your husband’s fall.
You might find some of the living aids on our shop helpful: Everyday living aids – Parkinson's UK shop Your husband’s GP, specialist or Parkinson’s nurse can also give you advice on how to avoid future accidents or refer you to a physiotherapist or occupational therapist for support.
Of course, if you need anything at all please do reach out. Our helpline is free and confidential and you can ask to speak to one of our Parkinson’s nurses: 0808 800 0303.
Sending all our love,
The Parkinson’s UK Moderation Team
Hi Susie2. I’m not sure from what you’ve said what precipitates your husband’s falls at night. In our case it was because my husband gets up to pee, is confused, and is very unsteady due to a combination of postural instabilty and postural hypotension. Our night light made no difference. We have recently bought a ‘walk-safe’ walking frame, sort of cross between a rollator and zimmer frame. It’s been a game changer and he likes using it, more confident, gives better support than a stick, and is useful to steady himself getting up from the bed. It was designed by an occupational therapist and is worth a look as simple zimmer frames would have been useless for my husband. We keep the ‘walk’-safe’ by the side of the bed.
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So sorry to hear about the falls, Susie nighttime ones are scary. Many here swear by non slip bed socks and a bedside commode to avoid long walks definitely worth trying Upvoted.
The light seems like a good. Could it be that pyjama trousers are too long and he’s tripping? If his night time visits to the loo are just to pee then perhaps a bottle at the bedside.