Balance
Physical therapy for balance, one on one and in small groups, for people who feel less steady than they used to.
This care is for you if
You feel unsteady on stairs, curbs or uneven ground
You have stumbled and want to understand why
A family member worries about you walking alone
You want to keep gardening, walking and traveling
What a visit looks like
What we do
Your therapist checks your strength, your feet and how you move, and practices steps and turns with you, with a hand nearby. Small group sessions are led by Vivian Blakely.
What decides how many visits
What your therapist finds, what you want to do again and how your body responds. Your therapist talks it through with you.
Who treats you
A physical therapist, and sometimes a physical therapist assistant under their direction. Your first visit is about an hour.
Meet the teamHow it is paid for
With your insurance or by paying yourself. We tell you what to expect before your first visit.
How fees work
- Chest pain, trouble breathing, a sudden severe headache or pain, new weakness or numbness, loss of bladder or bowel control, or a fall with a head injury needs emergency care now. Call 911.
Questions about this care
Can a family member come with me?
Yes. Many people bring a family member to their first visit, and your therapist can show them how to help at home.
Is dizziness something you treat?
If you are dizzy, see your physician first. Your therapist works with what they find.
Book a first visit
Tell us what is bothering you in your own words when you come in. We do not ask for it in the form.