BALANCE

Personalized Care

Balance deficits are addressed in physical therapy to improve overall quality of life and decrease the risk of falls. FunctionSmart physical therapists develop individualized programs to improve the strength, stability, and range of motion necessary to maintain a stable posture statically and dynamically for safety with activities such as sitting, standing, walking, turning, and bending. Diagnoses that may require balance training include neurological conditions such as Parkinson's disease and stroke, as well as vestibular conditions and for fall prevention.