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Are you at risk for suffering a fall? If you answer yes to any of the following questions you could be headed for a fall:
- Do you have difficulty walking on uneven surfaces, such as grass, rocks or ramps?
- Do you have to turn on the light when you get up at night to use the bathroom?
- Do you get dizzy when you turn your head or body while walking?
- Do you find yourself holding on to furniture or steadying yourself on the walls of your home when you are walking?
- Do you use an assistive device, such as a cane or walker?
- Do you have trouble feeling your feet when you are walking?
- Have you suffered a stroke or other neurological problem?
- Are you inactive, meaning that you do not perform purposeful exercise at least 3 times a week?
- Have you ever fallen?
- Do you take medication for any of the following conditions: diabetes, hypertension, arthritis, heart disease, anxiety or depression?
If you answered yes to any of these questions you would be an excellent candidate for an individualized evaluation at The Balance Center at ORA.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Balance Center
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