Balance issues in older adults can stem from various causes. Prompt diagnosis and treatment for any underlying conditions, along with preventive measures, can help reduce fall risks and serious ...

As we age, changes in physical strength, coordination, and sensory perception may impact our ability to maintain balance. For older adults, loss of balance is more than just a mild inconvenience; it’s ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’m in my early 60s, and I’ve noticed that as I’ve gotten older, my balance feels “off.” Why is this happening, and is there anything I can do to improve it? ANSWER: In many ways, ...

Losing your balance can be an unsettling experience. If you fall, it can be dangerous as well. And unfortunately, falls and fall-related injuries are common occurrences. According to the World Health ...

Nearly two million people worldwide have lost the simple ability to feel steady. Now researchers have developed an experimental medical implant that promises to restore the sensory machinery ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio — At Fyzical Therapy and Balance Center in Mentor, people with balance problems set aside their walkers, and practice standing on one foot. Strapped into a special therapeutic harness ...

Naturally, as we age, even the most active among us lose muscle mass, something that makes us more prone to falls and accidents around the home. A lack of balance is also a concern, and forgetfulness ...

The single-leg deadlift is a valuable addition to your training routine that can help build hamstring and overall posterior chain strength, but are you sure you're even doing the exercise correctly?