The nerve damage caused by multiple sclerosis (MS) can disrupt a person’s ability to walk, balance, and even carry out the most basic everyday activities. Staying physically active can improve sleep ...

Country singer Clay Walker has been living with multiple sclerosis for 30 years. Amid recurring flare-ups, he had a pump ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." “Unless you regularly walk backward, it’s likely a brand-new movement pattern for your body,” says Rachel ...

Jim Bowman spends hours in his workshop turning imperfect pieces of wood into art. He learned the art of woodturning as a child and picked the hobby back up in retirement. “I let the wood speak to me, ...

Researchers in Norway report that patients who receive walking skills training following total hip arthroplasty for osteoarthritis show improved physical function. The physical therapy program ...

Physical therapist Tiffany Jenson recently worked with a patient who shared surprise at how much her mobility declined this year. Getting out of a chair proved difficult. The core issue often is ...

Walking is one of the simplest, most accessible ways to stay active—but what if you flipped the script and put it in reverse?

Dear Dr. Roach: For the past couple of years, I have been noticing that my balance is not what it was. I never feel as though I am going to faint or pass out, but I find myself “listing,” and it is ...

Discover the gentle, research-backed exercise that helps seniors improve balance and reduce fall risk through mindful ...

Most balance problems occur because of brain or inner ear problems, or physical issues, such as broken bones or muscle injuries. Balance problems can make it difficult to walk or move. They may make a ...