by Steve Gonser PT, DPT | Mar 17, 2021 | Balance, Foot & Ankle
Do you feel like you have weak ankles or poor balance? If so, this blog post can help you. Ankle stability is a key component of balance — a foundational and often overlooked part of good health. Good balance enables you to remain upright, steady,...
by Steve Gonser PT, DPT | Feb 24, 2021 | Balance
Do you feel like you’re slowing down and worry about falling? If so, this blog post can help you. Good balance is essential for many everyday activities, including walking, using stairs, and working around the house. According to the Center for Disease Control and...
by Melissa Bulas PT, DPT | Feb 20, 2020 | Balance, Vestibular
Each year, one in three adults over the age of 65 fall at least once! (1) Good balance is the key to remaining independent and injury free during our retirement years. Check out this article where we cover: What makes up our balance systemWhy bad balance isn’t...
by Kathleen Schoell PT DPT | Jan 30, 2019 | Balance, Strength Exercises, Winter Prevention
What most are hoping will be the send off for winter, the snow has arrived in Buffalo While most people prepare for these conditions by making sure their car is equipped with snow tires, a full tank of gas, and an emergency kit, there are a few other items you may...
by Kathleen Schoell PT DPT | Jan 3, 2019 | Balance
Each year, approximately one in three adults over the age of 65 falls at least once (1). That number is staggering. Good balance is the key to remaining independent and injury free throughout our retirement years. Take a walk into any physical therapy office and you...
by Jenna Darron PT DPT | Dec 12, 2018 | Balance, Physical Fitness, Strength Exercises
A common question I encounter as a physical therapist, especially amongst my “more experienced” patients (i.e. over the age of 65) is “How do I get up from the floor?” It is a task that during our youth, we take for granted. The truth is, as we age, there is a...
