Falls are one of the leading causes of hospital admissions among older people. They can have severe financial repercussions, including treatment costs, care visits and even residential care needs. 
 
Many fall detection alarms are sensitive enough to detect hard falls, but must strike a balance between accurate fall detection and avoiding false alarms caused by routine movements. Sensor fusion can help achieve this balance. 
What is a fall alarm? 
 
Personal alarms enable users to easily summon help at the press of a button, or through automatic fall detection. Once activated, these systems notify a 24/7 response team which communicates directly with wearer through two-way voice communication and dispatches assistance accordingly. 
 
Many elderly relatives who reside alone can be concerned about falling at home or while out and about, so opt for an in-home personal alarm connected via landline phone line. Those wanting the ability to contact help at any time day or night, wherever they may be located can choose a mobile alarm such as YourStride's alarm watch watch. 
 
Fall detection technology isn't perfect and sometimes misinterprets movement for falls (for instance reaching over or bending down). But with careful adjustment of trigger sensitivity settings and user account permission settings, most fall detection devices now considered safe and reliable enough. Some even allow them to cancel an emergency call before it connects. 
How does a fall alarm work? 
 
Fall detection alarms employ smart sensors that recognize patterns in falls and other movements, then automatically alert an emergency response centre in order to seek assistance. 
 
Personal alarms must be activated manually by pressing their call button, while devices with automatic fall detection won't detect all types of falls - for instance a gentle slump or falling from a chair where bracing was in place. 
 
At their core, all fall detectors rely on advanced technology to strike an appropriate balance between accurate detection and avoiding false alerts caused by routine movements. That is why some devices, including YourStride product from Philips Healthcare, allow users to cancel a call if they no longer wish to speak with an operator. 
What are the benefits of a fall alarm? 
 
Many elderly individuals fear falling, which can limit their activities and limit quality of life. Wearing a fall alarm is one way to dissipate this fear and allow them to live life more fully. 
 
Being able to call for assistance immediately following a fall can save lives. We have all heard horror stories of elderly individuals lying helpless for hours after experiencing a fall. 
 
These alarms use sensors and accelerometers to detect falls, while sophisticated algorithms detect routine movements from potential falls - striking an optimal balance that ensures true fall detection without inundating users with false alarms triggered by everyday movements like playing piano or vigorous hand movements. 
 
 
Personal alarms can provide peace of mind to loved ones as well as to those living alone in their home by connecting to a 24/7 monitoring centre that communicates directly with users, communicating exactly what is wrong and finding out exactly who should assist - whether that be neighbors checking up on them, EMS for serious falls, etc. Such devices offer assurance to loved ones as well as themselves that help is always close at hand. 
Medical alarm Which type of fall alarm is right for me? 
 
Personal alarms with automatic fall detection capabilities have become incredibly advanced over the years; now providing alerts even if you cannot press your SOS button yourself. Although sometimes mis-detects falls, such technology is far better than waiting for assistance to arrive after serious accidents occur. We suggest selecting an alarm that provides both manual and automatic detection, such as YourStride device. 
 
If you're concerned about an elderly loved one falling over in the shower or not being able to raise the alarm in case of health emergencies when out shopping or walking alone, investing in a portable and versatile alarm watch may be beneficial. These devices work wherever there is mobile coverage and allow users to connect directly with telecare providers and emergency contacts through its speakerphone functionality. 

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