Balance & Dizziness Care in Clayton
Balance and coordination rely on the interaction of several systems within the body, including the vestibular system, nervous system, vision, muscles and joints. Changes in any of these areas may influence how steady or confident you feel when moving.
At Chiropractic Flow, we provide personalised assessment for people experiencing balance concerns, reduced confidence with movement and selected dizziness presentations in Clayton. Where appropriate, movement-based and vestibular rehabilitation strategies may form part of your management plan.
How Does Your Body Maintain Balance?
Maintaining balance is a complex process. Your brain receives information from your eyes, inner ear, muscles and joints and uses this information to help coordinate movement and maintain your position in relation to your surroundings.
Changes affecting one or more of these systems can sometimes contribute to feelings of unsteadiness, reduced confidence with movement or difficulty performing particular activities.
Balance can also be influenced by factors such as strength, mobility, previous injuries, general health and physical activity.
Understanding your individual presentation is therefore an important first step before determining whether rehabilitation or another form of care may be appropriate.
Concerns We May Assess
Following an appropriate assessment, we may incorporate movement-based rehabilitation strategies for people experiencing:
- Balance concerns
- Selected dizziness presentations where appropriate
- Reduced confidence with movement
- Functional movement limitations
- Reduced mobility
- Changes in coordination
- Reduced strength affecting movement
- Age-related changes in balance and mobility
Dizziness can have many possible causes, some of which require medical assessment. Your history and presentation help determine whether further investigation or referral may be appropriate.
Dizziness Can Mean Different Things
The word “dizziness” can describe several different sensations. Some people describe feeling unsteady or off balance, while others may experience a sensation of movement or spinning.
Because dizziness can arise for many different reasons, understanding exactly what you are experiencing is important.
Your consultation includes discussing when your symptoms occur, how long they last, movements or positions that may affect them, relevant health history and any other symptoms you may be experiencing.
This information helps determine whether your presentation may be appropriate for further assessment at Chiropractic Flow or whether medical or specialist evaluation should be considered.
Understanding Your Individual Presentation
Your consultation begins with listening to your concerns and developing a clear picture of how your symptoms are affecting everyday life.
We will discuss your health history, when your symptoms began, activities or movements that affect them and any changes you have noticed in your mobility or confidence.
Where appropriate, your physical assessment may consider balance, coordination, mobility, strength and movement, along with other relevant findings.
The assessment is tailored to your individual presentation rather than using the same approach for every person experiencing balance or dizziness concerns.
Vestibular & Balance Rehabilitation
Depending on your presentation and assessment findings, movement-based or vestibular rehabilitation strategies may be incorporated into your management plan where appropriate.
Rehabilitation is individualised and may involve exercises designed around specific aspects of balance, movement, coordination or mobility identified during your assessment.
Exercises can be introduced and progressed according to your current abilities, response and individual goals.
Where your presentation requires management outside our scope of care, we will discuss appropriate referral or co-management with you.
Supporting Everyday Mobility
Changes in balance can affect more than physical movement. They may also influence how confident you feel walking, exercising or participating in everyday activities.
Some people begin avoiding particular movements or activities because they feel less steady or are concerned about losing their balance.
Where appropriate, rehabilitation may include progressively challenging movement, strength and balance in a way that reflects your current ability and goals.
Your goals might include moving around the home more confidently, walking outdoors, returning to exercise or maintaining independence with everyday activities.
Balance, Mobility & Healthy Ageing
Balance can change throughout life as factors such as muscle strength, joint mobility, physical activity and general health change.
For older adults, maintaining strength, mobility and confidence with movement can be particularly important for participating in everyday activities and maintaining independence.
Where appropriate, balance exercises may form part of a broader management plan incorporating strength, mobility and movement-based rehabilitation.
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When Further Assessment May Be Needed
Dizziness and changes in balance can have a wide range of possible causes. Some presentations may require assessment by your GP, specialist or another healthcare provider.
Your health history and symptoms are therefore an important part of determining what type of assessment and management may be appropriate.
If your presentation suggests that further medical investigation or another form of care is required, we will discuss this with you and recommend appropriate referral.
Where appropriate, we can also work collaboratively with your GP, specialist or other healthcare professionals involved in your care.
Concerned About Your Balance or Movement?
If balance concerns, reduced mobility or selected dizziness symptoms are affecting your confidence or everyday activities, our team can assess your individual presentation and discuss whether movement-based or vestibular rehabilitation may be appropriate.
Learn More About Movement & Mobility
Balance and movement concerns may overlap with other musculoskeletal presentations. Learn more about healthy ageing, neck pain and headaches, or explore all conditions we commonly see at Chiropractic Flow.
Not sure whether your concern is appropriate for us? Ask our team a question before booking.