Falls happen more often than you may think. In fact, more than one third of adults 65 and older fall each year. Thankfully, more often than not, these falls don’t result in serious injury. But, if you experience any symptoms or the reason that caused you to fall in the first place are not recognized
Category Archives: Balance
26 May, 2019
Why Do I Feel Off Balance?
Having good balance means being able to control and maintain your body’s position comfortably – whether you are walking, climbing stairs, standing or even sitting still. To have good balance, your muscles need to be working together in response to your sensory systems, which include: vision, inner ear and proprioception, or the sensation you get
3 Jan, 2019
When is a fall serious enough to seek medical attention?
By: Devin Wurman, DPT Whether you are young or old, a fall outside, or even in your own home can be serious. You might assume that medical professionals are busy assessing injuries from falls at certain times of the year such as winter when there is snow and/or ice on the ground. This is true,
25 Jun, 2018
Feeling Unsteady or Having Trouble Balancing?
By Angie Austin, LPTA Balance problems might not be what first comes to mind when you think of conditions physical therapy treats. However, balance impairments are something we see and treat in patients of all ages, young people and older population. First, let’s clear up any confusion there may be about balance issues and vertigo.
15 Feb, 2018
What To Do After a Fall
By Angie Austin, LPTA Falls happen more often than you may think. In fact, more than one third of adults 65 and older fall each year. (So if you thought you were along, don’t be ashamed!) Thankfully, more often than not, these falls don’t result in serious injury. But, if any symptoms or the reason
23 Jan, 2018
Feeling Off Balance?
By Devin Wurman, DPT Feeling off balance? Why? What causes us to have difficulty keeping our balance whether we’re over 65 or in our teens? We have three systems that all work together so we have good balance. We have our balance organ, which is our vestibular system in the inner ear. We have our
