“Why Am I Dizzy?” Common Causes of Dizziness—and When to Seek Help
Feeling dizzy? You’re not alone. Dizziness is one of the most common reasons people visit their doctor—but it’s also one of the most misunderstood symptoms. Some describe it as lightheadedness, while others feel the room spinning or a sense of being off-balance. These sensations may come and go or linger longer than expected. As a […]
The Cost of Falling
WHAT’S THE BIG DEAL? “Fall” is considered a bad word by every physical therapist. In school, we learned to prevent falls at absolutely all costs, because of the costs incurred by people who fall. Did you know that the average fall costs about $40,000 in the United States? Falls are even considered a leading cause […]