Report is part of a series of reports on physical therapy, geared toward public education on the topic WASHINGTON, DC, ...

The quality of dizziness often provides the first clue to its origin. Peripheral dizziness typically produces a strong spinning sensation, frequently accompanied by nausea or vomiting. Common causes ...

Whether a particular balance disorder has a cure is often dependent on its cause. Many balance disorders can be cured or managed with treatment. Share on Pinterest Westend61/Getty Images A balance ...

That weird, wobbly feeling where the room seems to tilt sideways isn’t just in your head. Well, technically it is, but you know what we mean. One minute you’re standing perfectly fine, and the next ...

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 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Because the symptoms of normal pressure hydrocephalus are seen in more common conditions, it can be overlooked, sometimes for ...

You probably think balance comes from your legs, core, or inner ear, but your eyes might be the most important factor in staying upright and stable. Vision provides up to 80% of the sensory ...

For the past several months, Christine Sepanek, 41, has been feeling dizzy. She thought it was from a sinus infection. “It got so bad, so dizzy that I couldn't really function. I couldn't drive,” she ...

Balance issues can affect all of us and often occur without warning. Unexpected balance issues can be very disruptive, making it difficult for people to carry out everyday tasks such as walking, ...

WILLMAR -- Sharon Jergenson was out golfing on a recent spring day. On the surface it might sound like no big deal -- except for Jergenson it represents a triumph after struggling with unrelenting ...