What kind of injuries result from slips, trips & falls?
Possible injuries from a trip and fall accident range from the fairly mild (such as cuts and bruises) to death. Other possible injuries include: • Broken bones • Brain injuries • Spinal cord injuries Slip-and-fall accidents are especially dangerous to the elderly, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Older adults are hospitalized for fall-related injuries five times more often than they are for injuries from other causes.
