STAR PT: Staying Active & Becoming Better Balanced

UPCOMING STAR PT CLINICS WORKSHOPS

ROTATOR CUFF & SHOULDER

BACK PAIN & SCIATICA

BALANCE & DIZZINESS

3/12 @ 6:30 PM COVINGTON

2/19 @ 6:30 PM

SLIDELL

2/19 @ 6:00 PM

3/26 @ 6:00 PM

LAKEFRONT / GENTILLY

3/23 @ 10:00 AM

2/21 @ 6:00 PM

Exercise Essentials Try this movement to help relieve hip pain.

Help for Dizziness and Vertigo

Our Vestibular System includes parts of the inner ear and brain that help control balance and eye movements. If the system is damaged by disease, aging, or injury, a vestibular disorder can occur. The symptoms of a Vestibular Disorder can be truly frightening and difficult to describe. The most common complaints we hear are:

Strengthens Hips

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HIP ABDUCTION While lying on your side, slowly raise up your top leg to the side. Keep your knee straight and maintain your toes pointed forward the entire time. The bottom leg can be bent to stabilize your body.

• The room starts spinning when I roll over in bed or sit up • A sensation of light-headedness • Dizziness that worsens in busy environments • Difficulty reading or watching TV • Staggering or losing your balance, especially at night • Difficulty driving

People with dizziness and vertigo can highly benefit from vestibular rehabilitation therapy done by the experienced physical therapists at Star Physical Therapy. No matter your age, if you suffer from dizziness or vertigo you will benefit from physical therapy exercises to strengthen your balance sensors, reducing your symptoms and risk of falls. Start feeling like yourself again, give us a call today!

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