SDH: acute subdural hematoma = a clot of blood that develops between the surface of the brain and the
brain’s tough outer covering; caused by head injury
Fewer Malays fall – may be due to their habit of si ng on the floor. Ge ng up from si ng on the
floor builds and strengthens leg muscles.
Some head injury symptoms: 1) loss of consciousness, 2) nausea, 3) inability to move limbs.
Symptoms may show up later because of slow internal bleeding.
The Penguin gait is to ensure falling to the front. This is be er as you can use your arms to break the fall. If you fall
backwards, you are very likely to hit your head or break your hip.
POOR QUALITY OF LIFE
Atelectasis: the par al or complete collapse of the lung
Postural giddiness: giddy when ge ng up from si ng. Usually, caused by medica ons.
Jumps help to prevent osteoporosis; par cularly, for the hip and spine (use a skipping rope). Not for those with knee
pain.
Wall push-ups: strengthen the wrists.
Squats (sumo wrestler stance): strengthens calf muscles.