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Postural Balance Defined Posture is characterized as ideal body mass distribution of the patient upright in relation to the force of gravity.  Postural control is defined as the act of [...]

“I want to make a strong comeback from my hip replacement” said John on his initial visit. “I want to be able to go to Disneyland next spring and not worry about my hip.” A memorable trip to [...]

Postural Balance Postural balance is the ability to maintain the body in an upright position against gravity, dictated primarily by the vestibular system for balance. Postural fitness is the [...]

The leading cause of death in the elderly population according to the Center for Disease Control is falling. Nearly one out of three elderly adults falls every year, with more than 2.3 million [...]

Bad Posture: major cause for falls in the elderly The leading cause of death in the elderly population according to the Center for Disease Control is falling. Nearly one out of three elderly [...]