Since we have been talking about balance and falls, we need to talk about what can often lead to falls: vertigo. Let’s start with the basics about vertigo. True vertigo is the sensation of spinning or movement such as the sensation of swaying. If you’ve ever been sea sick, this is a bit like the … Read more
I work with clients aged 40+ and I often hear them say with a chuckle: “Yep, I’m shrinking and my feet are getting bigger.” Honestly, this is no laughing matter. If you are shrinking more than 1/2 an inch a year OR you have shrunk more than 1.6 inches in your lifetime then you likely have had a fracture … Read more
It’s not uncommon for us to receive phone calls from people who are concerned for others. For example, we have received a phone call from a gentleman who had growing concerns about his wife. He asked us, “Why does my wife keep falling over?” He continued to tell us that his wife Sally,71, generally has … Read more
Yes, we have been talking about neck pain the last few weeks, but we are interrupting that series as we have a free falls and balance workshop happening Friday Jan. 13th 12:30-2:30pm! Great way to reduce injuries and falls! Have you or a loved one recently fallen or felt unsteady on your feet? If so, … Read more
Have you or a loved one recently fallen or felt unsteady on your feet? If so, I know just how much it can affect your confidence when it comes to your independence. You may feel less comfortable with leaving your house without someone for support or unmotivated to do your regular recreational activities due to … Read more
We see patients coming into the clinic with balance issues and being worried about falling all year long. It’s actually a big portion of the patients we treat, but still many people don’t know that physical therapists can help with their balance. We actually like to have a bit of fun when we’re testing people’s … Read more
Since we have been talking about balance and falls, we need to talk about what can often lead to falls: vertigo. Let’s start with the basics. True vertigo is having a feeling of spinning or movement such as the sensation of swaying. If you’ve ever been sea sick, this is a bit like the swaying … Read more
It’s not uncommon for us to receive phone calls from people who are concerned for others. For example, we have received a phone call from a gentleman who had growing concerns about his wife. He asked us, “Why does my wife keep falling over?” He continued to tell us that his wife Sally,71, generally has … Read more
LACEY, WA – If you or a loved one suffers from loss of balance, dizziness or difficulty staying upright –so bad that it can even stop you from walking–then attending one of these screenings may be the most important thing you do this year. It may unlock the agonizing mystery behind your lack of balance. … Read more
A gentleman called the clinic the other day with growing concerns about his wife and asked us, “Why does my wife keep falling over?” He continued to tell us that his wife Sally,71, generally has good health, but lately she’s been having difficulty controlling her balance. Every time she falls she loses confidence, so much … Read more
