Abstract: Disclosed herein is a method for reducing the risk of a fall comprising the steps of: attaching to a stable fixture a generally-tubular handrail with a plurality of vertical sections interposed by a plurality of horizontal sections, wherein ones of said multiple horizontal sections are positioned at at least two different vertical heights. The method also comprises assessing desired or optimal grasp locations along said handrail. Anti slip devices are preferably attached to the handrail adjacent the grasp locations. Also disclosed is a fall-risk reduction device comprising a generally-tubular handrail with a plurality of vertical sections interposed by a plurality of horizontal sections. The fall-risk reduction device also includes a plurality of antislip rings adjustably attached around said handrail and having a diameter approximately ½ inches larger than the diameter of said handrail.