Physical And Balance Assessment
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Naples Longevity Clinic
Board Certified Internal Medicine located in Bonita Springs, FL
To get to the root cause of balance issues and avoid dangerous falls or instability, schedule a physical and balance assessment with the experienced team at Naples Longevity Clinic in Bonita Springs, Florida. Using effective tests, Tareq Khader, MD, can evaluate your abilities and determine areas of weakness. Protect your peace of mind and improve your quality of life by calling Naples Longevity Clinic to set up your assessment, or book one online today.
What is a physical and balance assessment?
This type of assessment evaluates how well you can keep your balance while performing motions required by everyday situations. Instead of risking a fall when you’re on the job, home alone, or in a dangerous environment, a physical and balance assessment lets you test your strengths and weaknesses under Dr. Khader’s careful supervision.
Balance disorders can be due to specific physical challenges, disorders, or medications, and Dr. Khader rules out other culprits to address your individual needs.
What happens during a physical and balance assessment?
The Naples Longevity Clinic team evaluates your balance using a series of tests. Dr. Khader adjusts your assessment to your needs and current capabilities, so while the tests may challenge you, there’s no way to fail. The data gathered helps the team promote your best outcome over time.
You may undergo tests that check your:
- Eyes
- Muscles and joints
- Inner ear balance organs
Avoid consuming alcohol, caffeine, or balance medications before your assessment, and come makeup-free to ensure the team can accurately track your eyes.
You may wear goggles that check your eye movements, stand on a moving platform, or experience inner-ear stimulation to gather vital information about your balance. The team protects you with safety equipment each step of the way.
Once done, follow Dr. Khader’s recommendations. Your treatment plan may include strengthening exercises for your core, back, and lower extremities.
What are the benefits of a physical and balance assessment?
In a safe environment and with the help of Dr. Khader and his team, you can:
Accurately predict fall risk
Falls occur suddenly and can severely impact your health. Safeguarding against them is crucial for maintaining independence.
Identify balance issues and their underlying causes
Very few people have perfect balance. For most of us, wobbles are due to weakness or imbalance in key areas, and pinpointing those areas may provide a unique opportunity to address them.
Receive better interventions and treatment
A deeper understanding of your health lets Dr. Khader focus on what will help you the most, keeping your care plan manageable and effective. Even if the causes can’t be improved, Dr. Khader gives personalized recommendations to keep you safe.
Improving your stability and balance helps you regain confidence as you move through the world and participate in activities. To schedule your physical and balance assessment, call Naples Longevity Clinic or book your appointment online today.