“Dizzy” and “off-balance” may seem interchangeable, but the sensations are unique and don’t always accompany one another. For example, you might feel as though you can’t seem to stand straight without ...

As we age, everyday movements like getting out of a chair, walking up stairs, or simply maintaining our balance become more challenging. Loss of balance, difficulty transferring weight, and decreased ...

If you’ve been looking for an easy way to stay active at home, you might have come across the viral walking pad trend. These compact, under-desk treadmills have taken the internet by storm, with ...

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 ...

That moment when you stand up too quickly and the room seems to spin, or when you feel unsteady walking down stairs, might seem like minor inconveniences. However, balance problems can serve as early ...

Putting one foot in front of the other is a tried and true way of getting through tough times, or even just daily life. Plus, the health benefits of walking, from burning calories and lowering risk of ...

Respiratory muscle strength and balance are strong predictors of walking speed in older adults at day care communities who do not have muscle loss (sarcopenia), a new study finds. The results ...

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MPR News guest host Kelly Gordon (center) talked about balance problems and vertigo with Dr. Tina Huang (left), an otolaryngologist and associate professor at the University of Minnesota Medical ...