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    Gait & Balance Dysfunction - Fairmont, Minnesota

    Physical therapists will work with you to improve your safety and enhance your muscular functioning while walking.

    Patients who would benefit from gait/balance training include anyone who has had:

    • A period of inactivity, bedrest or sedentary lifestyle.
    • Fallen.
    • Neurological conditions including cerebral palsy, spina bifida, multiple sclerosis, Lou Gering's disease (ALS), Guillain-Barre syndrome and post-polio syndrome (adults and children).
    • Stroke.
    • Total joint replacements.

    Services

    • You will be fitted and trained for the use of gait aides (canes, walkers, crutches).
    • A therapist will then determine if you have a need for orthotics.
    • Your gait pattern will be analyzed. The therapist may suggest correction exercises that will strengthen specific muscles you need for gait mechanics.
    • You will be educated on the proper posture for stability and efficiency.
    • Your therapist also will address muscular tightness or limitations you have.

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