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I frequently tell or remind friends and family that I don't do "hurry up" very well.
That tells us both to slow down.

I make certain the floor is clear. My wife is good about making sure there is nothing on the floor where I walk. I also make sure I am intentional. I try not to walk with my hands full. I look at my path before I get moving. I look for places I can steady myself on. The big help was expensive but vital. We had all of the carpet ripped up and had engineered hard wood installed throughout the house. No thresholds!

Levodopa stopped my husband's festinating and falling, along with me staying aware of his posture when we are walking. Once he starts bending forward and taking small steps, I stop him and ask him to straighten up and start over. Doing LSVT-Big and Rock Steady Boxing have helped him with movement and balance.

Most of the falls he has had over the past few years were from him stepping over something and not lifting his feet high enough or watching where he places his feet. Keeping clear walkways would stop that, but it isn't always possible.

Staying in the present moment, with focus, works best, plus always holding onto my cane, walker,or furniture whether standing or moving.