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Having trouble keeping your balance?

Aging Well | Last Active: Nov 28, 2022 | Replies (63)
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@sapphira

I'm a little "disconcerted" right now. At age 87 I've never had balance issues - my background includes both ballet and fencing - however recently had a
ct scan which showed spine degeneration. Also I saw a Rheumatologist recently with a thumb pain issue and now my wrist hurts. Also have neck pain and
frequent headaches with a sense of imbalance that I never had before. I'm going back to see the Rheumatologist to discuss the thumb/wrist connection and also ask for a physical therapy prescription and recommendation for where to go for that. I do walk a lot and do minimal exercise daily. I guess I'm fortunate in not ever have fallen, but I'm concerned now about going forward and keeping active. This aging is the pits!

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Apr 10, 2019

Hi @sapphira, you mentioned that you were going to ask your Rheumatologist for a physical therapy prescription. There is a great discussion here on Connect that you may want to read through and join in which might provide some relief for your symptoms.

> Groups > Neuropathy > Myofascial Release Therapy (MFR) for treating compression and pain
-- https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/myofascial-release-therapy-mfr-for-treating-compression-and-pain/

I'm 75 soon to be 76 and am hoping to have mobility like yours at 87. I think you are doing great. Aging is the pits for the body but it's the mind that keeps us young ☺ You might also be interested in the following website with short positive videos to keep you going.
https://www.resilientoption.com/
Did your doctor give you any suggestions or treatments for the thumb and wrist pain?

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imallears | @imallears | Apr 10, 2019

@sapphira
87 is a great age and kudos to you for walking and wanted to pursue PT.....very important. As a former dancer you know stretching is so important to do everyday throughout the day when you think of it. Maybe some light weights. Keeping you pain free is your goal now and keeping your balance and stability is a forever goal. We all “break down” as we age and it’s hard not to let any pain overcome your efforts. Go strong lady....you sound like a positive person....

Regards from Florida Mary

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