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Health Tip: Good Shoes Can Prevent Falls

HealthDay,  May, 2008  by Diana Kohnle

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The shoes you wear can play a big part in how steady you are on your feet, which is a big concern for many seniors.

Here are guidelines for choosing safe shoes, and other ways to help reduce the risk of falls, courtesy of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons:

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