Balance Disorders
Balance is something most people take for granted until it’s gone. Whether your unsteadiness is subtle or severe, balance disorders can have a major impact on your confidence, mobility, and quality of life. These disorders may stem from the inner ear, nervous system, musculoskeletal imbalances, or even visual disturbances. The good news? Balance is highly trainable.
At Sparq Physical Therapy in Castle Rock, CO, we specialize in identifying the root cause of your balance challenges and helping you retrain your body for stability and control. Our 1-on-1 sessions ensure a personalized approach to help you move safely and confidently again.
Affected Area
Balance disorders can involve multiple systems, including the vestibular system (inner ear), visual system, and somatosensory system (muscle and joint feedback). They also impact the core stabilizers, ankles, hips, and postural control muscles that keep your body upright and aligned during movement.
Symptoms
Symptoms may include unsteadiness, frequent stumbling, difficulty walking in the dark, dizziness, veering while walking, a floating or rocking sensation, or fear of falling. These symptoms can be constant or triggered by movement, standing, or visually busy environments. Left untreated, balance disorders increase the risk of falls and limit independence.
Treatments
Balance issues don’t improve with rest, they require targeted movement. At Sparq PT, we assess your full system and build a rehab program to address your specific deficits. Treatment may include:
Balance and proprioceptive training to improve coordination and body awareness
Vestibular rehab if the inner ear is involved in your symptoms
Strength training for the legs, core, and stabilizing muscle groups
Functional gait and movement drills to improve safety and confidence in everyday tasks
Fall prevention education and home safety strategies
With expert support, balance can be restored, and your confidence along with it.