Having proper balance is very important because it can help improve postural alignment and develop coordinated movement. Balance training is essential to have in your exercise regimen because it's an activity that we use in our daily activities. Virtual PT NYC is here to help you restore balance and to keep you healthy. Schedule an appointment today with Telehealth physical therapy in NYC!

What is Balance training?

Balance training involves participating in exercises that strengthen your muscles to help you keep upright. It's important to incorporate any activity that improves your stability and helps prevent any falls. Doing balance exercises every day can improve your balance by working on those muscles to keep you stable. Telehealth physical therapy in NYC is a great place to restore your balance and get back to where you once were before.

Factors that can affect your balance

• Inner Ear problems- Your inner ear senses your body movements and sends information to your brain.
• Vision- Having a poor vision can affect your balance because it makes you misjudge where things lead you to fall eventually.
• Muscles and Joint problems- if your muscles are too weak to function correctly, they cannot keep you upright and prevent you from falling. Having weak muscles can cause problems in the way that you operate. 
• Heart Problems- Blood flow is the key to everything. Without the proper blood flow in your body, it won't be able to function correctly. Anything that interferes with your regular blood flow through the body can certainly cause dizziness and balance problems.

How can Physical Therapy Help?

Any workout regime that is started should always be treated very slowly when starting to help prevent future injuries. Balance is essential in our everyday lives, and Telehealth physical therapy in NYC can help you get started with that. Every person is different and physical therapy is geared towards your specific needs and desires.

• Reduce Fall Risk- proper footwear is essential to help you maintain control while walking or standing. Also, gear you away from running into obstacles that may be in your way.
• Improve mobility- This can help you regain the ability to move around with better ease, control, and coordination. Gradually building strength and skills can help increase your mobility overall. 
• Improve Movement- A set of specific activities to help restore any muscles while your joints are stiff. 
• Flexibility and Posture- When muscles are tight, they can teach you how to have good posture, and this will increase your balance entirely. Also, it stretches them out without causing any discomfort properly.

After your physical therapy sessions are essential to continue working on your balance exercises, this is to help keep your body as healthy and robust as possible. Telehealth physical therapy in NYC is a great place to keep you on track.

At-Home Exercises!

• Single-Leg Stance- if you need support, hold onto something strong enough to hold you. Gradually raise your food off the floor for about thirty seconds and then repeat on both sides; if you want to challenge yourself even more, don't hold onto something for support and try it out yourself.
• You are walking heel to toe pattern- walking forward and place one heel directly in front of another toe and repeat for about ten feet or so. You may need to hold onto something for support on this exercise.
• Marching in Place- standing straight, lift right knee as high as possible, and then repeat towards the other foot. Do about twenty marches per leg.
• Wall Pushups- Stand in front of a wall and lean forward, putting your palms flat on the wall. Bring your body towards the wall and push yourself back so that your arms are straight. Repeat for about fifteen to twenty reps.
• Clock Reach- Imagine that you're standing in the middle of a clock. Twelve is in front, three is to the right, six is behind, and nine is left. Standing up tall, lift your leg to that desired time section. If it's at twelve, then lift your leg pointing at that position, and then your hands can move to either side of the clock that you want.
• Back Leg Raises- Start with a chair in front of you, and slowly lift your leg backward so that there is no bend or flex in the knee. Hold that position for a few seconds and repeat for about ten to fifteen reps.

Virtual PT NYC - Telehealth Physical Therapy in NYC

Balance is crucial to functioning in your everyday life. Working to improve your balance can give you an overall confidence boost in your daily activities.  Virtual PT NYC is here to help you restore balance and to keep you healthy. Schedule an appointment today with Telehealth physical therapy in NYC!