As we age, changes in physical strength, coordination, and sensory perception may impact our ability to maintain balance. For older adults, loss of balance is more than just a mild inconvenience; it’s ...

As we get older - balance problems tend to creep up on us. Everything from poor vision to weak muscles to stiff joints can have an impact on how steady we are on our feet. Activities like Yoga and Tai ...

Placebo-controlled trial shows shunt surgery improves walking, balance and safety for older adults with idiopathic normal ...

Personal trainers explain how older adults can exercise safely by avoiding common mistakes like ego lifting, skipping strength training and having inadequate recovery time.

The University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) will advance medical research for two health challenges: hearing and balance.    Officials announced UMMC received ...

Balance training sounds like something only gymnasts and yoga instructors need to worry about, but it’s actually the most underrated predictor of how gracefully you’ll age and how long you’ll live ...

You probably think balance comes from your legs, core, or inner ear, but your eyes might be the most important factor in staying upright and stable. Vision provides up to 80% of the sensory ...

Dear Dr. Gott: Once again, I am asking why you adamantly refuse to print my question regarding senior citizens and poor balance -- for some arcane reason you seem to think less of us elders. Did they ...