I believe the use of physical restraints can not reduce the risk of falls. For starters, physical restraints were not designed to prevent falls, but to prevent a resident from harming themselves or others. Secondly, it is illegal to use physical restraints simply because someone is a high risk for falls. If in use, this is violating their rights and categorized as false imprisonment. Thirdly, modern technology has created new tools to help reduce the risk of falls such as weight sensor pads, sensors attached to clothing items, handrails, etc. Therefore, restraint is unnecessary usage in preventing falls. In a study completed by Karen Dunn and her colleagues, they observed two groups of elderlies; one group with restraints and the other without
