This manual includes extensive references to as many causes of falls as possible. Of course, it is not feasible to predict all cases. One is always surprised by the variety of falling mechanisms and their unpredictability.

The existence of knowledge is, of course, useless if it is not combined with its application. The latter gives meaning and substance to prevention, but unfortunately, it is not as self-evident as it sounds. The lack of application of basic specifications and knowledge destructively undermines all the structures and institutions of the country.

Instead of a preface

Part A The Theory of Action

1 Introduction

Some numbers from Greece and other countries

Consequences

Contributing factors in the elderly and related causes

Causes of falls at the walking level and recommendations

People with disabilities (PWD)

Prevention

The role of doctors

Summary

Bibliography

Part B The Action of Theory with 165 photographs

Causes of falls in Greece and improvement proposals

Sidewalks

PWD

Stairs

Buildings – Residences – Windows

Public transport

Roads – Weather conditions

Comparison measures