Many reasons have been postulated for an observed greater risk of falling among those with diabetes[12], including: tight glycaemic control, as measured by HbA1c (7% or below)[13], which may indicate a higher rate of hypoglycaemic episodes[14]; impaired mobility,[15]; and an increase in the prevalence of associated co-morbid conditions, both specific to diabetes (poor vision, peripheral neuropathy)[13] and from risk factors shared with other elderly people[6].