Even when our bodies are at our strongest, the impact of a fall can be quite severe. For elderly people whose bodies have lost strength and whose balance is less than exemplary, falling is a serious risk and can have massive consequences. Indeed, one-third of elderly people will suffer at least one fall every year, but amazingly, fewer than half of these will notify their doctor. Also, an elderly adult who suffers a fall is twice as likely to fall again. Rise Above the Fear of Falling   Irish company Home Healthcare Adaptations created this infographic which outlines common causes of falls