FyzicalButler: Fight the Fall

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WHAT’S CAUSING MY BALANCE ISSUES?

According to the Centers For Disease Control (CDC), over 2.5 million adults were treated for nonfatal injuries in emergency departments in 2013. In older adults, falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries. Most people don’t think about keeping their balance in shape until it is too late and they suffer a harsh fall. The good news is that most falls can easily be prevented, simply by the regular exercising of your balance system. It is important to note that you should also contact a physical therapist if you have any of the following symptoms: • Dizziness or vertigo. • Inability to focus or remain alert. • Double vision or tunnel vision. • Nausea or vomiting. • Abnormal eye movements. • Difficulty standing up from a seated position or standing for prolonged periods of time. There are several factors that can impact your balance. Just a few include: • Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). • Meniere’s disease. • Vestibular neuritis. • Migraines. • Poor posture. • Injury or ailment. • Neurological issues, such as brain injuries, stroke, or Parkinson’s disease. The make-up of your treatment plan will be dependent upon the origin of your balance issue. When you arrive at FYZICAL, your physical therapist will walk you through a comprehensive exam in order to gauge the nature of your condition and figure out the best course of treatment for your needs. Whatever the case may be, all treatment plans will contain targeted balance exercises and stretches to help improve your core, vestibular system, and overall proprioception. Depending on your condition, vestibular rehabilitation and videonystagmography may also be included in your treatment plan. Are you ready to get back on your feet and decrease your risk of sustaining a balance-related injury? Contact FYZICAL to schedule a consultation and get started today!

PATIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT

“Employees that truly want to see people recover and be their old self!” "Thank you for your professional help in getting me to return to normal from all the situations that I was facing. Your facility is full of warm, caring and concerned employees that truly want to see people recover and be their old self. It operates like a well oiled machine. This includes all staff that work so well with each other. This facility with its state-of-the-art equipment will only grow to be a top-notch therapy center in the region. Your leaders are great and all have a sense of pride and duty.” - K.M.

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