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Improve your balance with physical therapy in Arlington, VA!<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Have you noticed yourself getting lightheaded or struggling with your equilibrium? Do you find yourself grabbing onto furniture or leaning against a wall to steady your body throughout the day? You might be dealing with a balance disorder that requires attention. At MMA & Sports Rehab, our physical therapists can help you figure out the source of your symptoms and guide you to a solution that works.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Balance disorders can affect individuals of all ages and genders. Loss of balance is one of the most common disorders leading to falls in people over 65. There are several possible causes for changes to balance, and you can resolve most with physical therapy!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Make an appointment with our office for physical therapy today.<\/a><\/strong> Our balance disorders specialty services in Arlington, VA at MMA & Sports Rehab can help you improve your quality of life!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\n

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What are balance disorders?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Balance deficits can be from physical conditions like injuries or conditions like arthritis in the feet, knees, or hips. It is also possible that neurological conditions can lead to balance deficits. For example, Parkinson\u2019s or MS can lead to balance loss and nerve injuries from spine disorders or peripheral neuropathies. In some cases, changes to balance are more mental in nature, meaning people\u2019s fear affects how they move and the activities they pursue.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

One of the most prevalent factors interfering with our balance is related to our vestibular system. The vestibular system regulates how our brain receives information, and when impaired, it can convince the brain that you are moving when you are not. When walking, for example, you may feel like you are falling or stumbling. Furthermore, you may experience dizziness and blurred vision. Fortunately, our Arlington, VA physical therapists can figure out the root cause of your issues and help you find solutions that work!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\n

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What causes balance disorders?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Our body is an interconnected, highly organized, and interactive system that, when functioning correctly, is capable of incredible feats of physical performance. The system has built-in safety features to ensure our body is safe and protected from harm. One of these systems is somatosensation, sometimes called our “sixth sense.”<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Our body’s ability to correctly identify and manage our sensations and how they interact with our surrounding environment is the key to maintaining our balance. Any injury or condition (acute or chronic) can impair the regulation of our senses and disrupt our body’s ability to balance.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Balance is usually thought of in two ways, static and dynamic.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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  • Static balance is the ability to maintain an upright posture with the line of gravity inside the base of support (i.e., standing still)<\/li>\n
  • Dynamic balance is the ability to maintain stability during changes to the base of support (i.e., moving, walking, running, etc.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n