Balance & Walking Problems
Move with greater confidence and reduce your risk of falling.
Balance Problems Deserve Attention
Our physiotherapists evaluate and treat movement and balance dysfunctions related to muscle, joint and nervous system disorders.
Physical therapists are experts in the art and science of evaluating and treating human movement and balance dysfunctions. At Primus Physiotherapy, we care for a variety of muscle, joint and nervous system disorders that can affect your balance and walking.
Falls can have serious consequences. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that one in three people age 65 and older falls each year, and falls are the leading cause of injury and accidental death in people over age 85. A personalized physiotherapy assessment can help identify factors affecting your stability and guide a plan for safer, more confident movement.
Common Risk Factors for Falls
Balance and walking concerns often have more than one contributing factor.
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Age & vision changes
Older age and vision problems are recognized factors associated with falls. Changes in how you see your surroundings can affect confidence and stability during daily activities.
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Muscle weakness & medications
Muscle weakness and taking four or more medications are among the factors associated with falls. A therapist can assess how strength and movement may be influencing your walking.
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Health history & prior falls
A history of falls, walking problems, fear of falling, diabetes, arthritis and stroke can all contribute to fall risk and should be part of a complete assessment.
What Your Physiotherapist Will Assess
Your care begins with a thorough evaluation to understand your movement and identify the factors that may be contributing to unsteadiness.
Your Fall Risk
We evaluate your individual risk factors so your plan can focus on safer mobility and meaningful day-to-day goals.
Your Strength
Strength is an important part of getting up, walking, changing direction and managing everyday activities with confidence.
Your Balance & Medical History
Your therapist considers how you balance and walk alongside your medical history to build a personalized approach to care.
Care Tailored to Your Movement Goals
Primus Physiotherapy offers services that can support a comprehensive approach to mobility, strength and balance. Your therapist will recommend care based on your assessment and needs.
Physiotherapy
Personalized guidance to help improve mobility, strength, and independence following an injury.
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Specialized rehabilitation may help when dizziness or vestibular concerns are affecting balance.
Vertigo & Dizziness
Explore care for dizziness and vertigo, which can be connected to balance and walking concerns.
Take the Next Step Toward Safer, Steadier Movement
Request an evaluation with the Primus Physiotherapy team in Edmonton or Drumheller.