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Balance Disorder Treatment in Metro Detroit

Balance disorders can significantly impact independence and quality of life, increasing fall risk and limiting daily activities. At Total Health Systems, our physical therapists specialize in vestibular rehabilitation and balance training to help you regain confidence and stability.

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Understanding Balance disorders

Balance disorders can significantly impact independence and quality of life, increasing fall risk and limiting daily activities. At Total Health Systems, our physical therapists specialize in vestibular rehabilitation and balance training to help you regain confidence and stability.

Common Causes

  • Inner ear disorders (vestibular dysfunction)
  • Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)
  • Menieres disease
  • Neurological conditions
  • Medication side effects
  • Vision problems
  • Muscle weakness in legs and core
  • Age-related balance decline

Signs & Symptoms

  • Dizziness or vertigo
  • Feeling unsteady or off-balance
  • Falls or near-falls
  • Difficulty walking in the dark
  • Nausea with movement
  • Blurred vision with head movement
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Anxiety about falling

Treatment Options for Balance disorders

Our multi-disciplinary approach addresses balance disorders from multiple angles for lasting relief.

Physical Therapy

Balance disorders can significantly impact independence and quality of life, increasing fall risk and limiting daily activities. At Total Health Systems, our physical therapists specialize in vestibular rehabilitation and balance training to help you regain confidence and stability.

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When to Seek Professional Care

  • You have experienced falls
  • Dizziness is affecting daily activities
  • You feel unsteady when walking
  • Balance problems are new or worsening
  • You have vertigo episodes
  • You avoid activities due to fear of falling

Frequently Asked Questions About Balance disorders

Vestibular rehabilitation is specialized physical therapy that addresses inner ear and balance disorders. We use specific exercises and maneuvers to reduce dizziness, improve gaze stability, and retrain your balance system.
Absolutely! Balance can be improved at any age through targeted exercises. Our programs are designed for each patients abilities and progressively challenge the balance system to improve stability and reduce fall risk.
BPPV is treated with specific repositioning maneuvers like the Epley maneuver. These techniques move displaced inner ear crystals back to their proper position, often providing immediate relief from vertigo.
Many patients see significant improvement within 4-6 weeks of consistent therapy. The timeline depends on the underlying cause and severity.

We provide home exercises to accelerate progress between visits.
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