Houghton Physical Therapy

How to Improve Your Balance By Increasing Your Core Strength

Balance

The relationship between core strength and balance is something that has been widely discussed within the physical therapy field for several years. Your trunk contains multiple core muscles that work to prevent physically limiting conditions, such injuries, lower back pain, or balance and gait disorders. When your core is strong, it helps keep you upright … Read more

Don’t Let Dizziness Keep You Down: Understanding and Treating Vertigo and BPPV

Dizziness is a common symptom that can affect people of all ages and backgrounds. Dizziness can be caused by a variety of factors, from illness and injury to medication and dehydration, as well as anxiety or inner ear issues. While it can be a scary sensation, dizziness comes in many forms, including feeling light-headed, weak, … Read more