Balance retraining, sensory compensation, and vestibular therapy for seniors.
Condition Overview
Balance retraining, sensory compensation, and vestibular therapy for seniors.
Causes & Clinical Risk Factors
Reduced joint position sensation, vision changes, inner ear degeneration, multi-medication side effects.
How It Affects Daily Life
Fear of falling leads to staying indoors, isolation, and further physical decline.
Professional Assessment & Clinical Diagnosis
Berg Balance Scale, Timed Up and Go (TUG), medication review collaboration.
Evidence-Informed Treatment Approaches
Static and dynamic balance challenges, stepping strategy training, home environment obstacle navigation.
Rehabilitation Exercises & Guidance
Standing with feet together, heel-to-toe standing with counter support, weight shifting side-to-side.
When to Seek Immediate Medical Help (Red Flags)
Fainting spells or blackouts (syncope) require urgent cardiology workup.