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Balance and Gait Disorders

Get Back Up On Your Feet With Physiotherapy in Ottawa, ON

We’ve all experienced dizziness at some point in our lives, and we’re sure you’d agree it’s not a pleasant sensation. Nobody wants to feel as if the ground beneath their feet is moving! This sensation is common in people with balance and gait disorders.
Do you look for walls, railings, or other objects to help you stay balanced as you move? Is your equilibrium out of whack? You may have a balance or gait problem that needs to be addressed.

Request a physiotherapy appointment with our Ottawa, ON office today. Our specialty services on balance and gait disorders at CN Physiotherapy can help you improve your quality of life!

The difference between balance and gait disorders

Although the symptoms of balance and gait disorders can be similar, these are two different conditions.

Causes of balance and gait disorders

Your vestibular system is in charge of your sensation of position, sometimes called “proprioception.” Vestibular system dysfunction is the root of many balance problems.
A problem with your balance or gait may be caused or worsened by underlying musculoskeletal and neurological issues.

Our Ottawa, ON physiotherapy clinic, fortunately, can assist you in regaining your balance and correcting your gait.

Here are some examples of common vestibular conditions that cause balance issues:

Recover from balance and gait disorders with physiotherapy in Ottawa, ON

The most effective treatment for balance and gait disorders is physiotherapy. When you arrive for your first appointment at CN Physiotherapy, an assessment will be performed.
Our physiotherapist will perform a thorough physical examination of your balance, gait, stance, medical history, and symptoms.
Your personalized treatment plan will be based on the findings of your evaluation. The plan will be tailored to your specific needs. Some of the most common exercises and modalities our physiotherapists employ are:

Call CN Physiotherapy to find relief from balance and gait disorders

If you are having trouble staying steady, it is critical that you seek assistance! After all, you don’t want to sustain an injury, do you?

Our Ottawa, ON physiotherapists can show you the most effective methods for improving your balance and walking skills.

Request an appointment with CN Physiotherapy today to unlock the relief you’ve been looking for. Call us at 613-455-0262.

 

Your Next Steps…

  1. Request An Appointment
  2. Receive A Custom Treatment Plan
  3. Work Hard and Progress In Your Recovery
  4. Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!

Your Recovery Can Start Today!

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