I sometime have a feeling of tipping forward standing

@brumarle1
I fall backwards. The neurologist said the the area of my brain that has disease
controls which way one moves.

@brumarle1 Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect! I’m glad that you found us. We’re all volunteers on this site and no one is a health professional . I’m sorry to hear that you feel like you’re falling forward. Does the feeling happen while you are walking or just when you’re standing still? And, do you use a walker for stability?
Now that I’ve asked a bunch of questions, I’ll let the members give you their 10 cents worth.

@brumarle1
Bless you and your good health! 🙂 I am in my mid 50s and could not say I am in good health but with I could. Apparently, God has other plans for me in my health struggles. 😉 I have spinal stenosis and cervical myelopathy which causes me to feel I am falling backwards at times and I lose my balance often so need to stand up and move slowly.

Feeling a sensation of tipping forward while standing can be concerning, especially at the age of 93. There are several potential reasons for this sensation, and it's important to consider various factors:
Balance Issues: As we age, our balance can be affected by changes in the inner ear, vision, and proprioception (the sense of body position). This can lead to feelings of unsteadiness.
Muscle Weakness: Weakness in the leg muscles or core can contribute to balance problems. Regular strength and balance exercises can help improve stability.
Medication Side Effects: Some medications can cause dizziness or balance issues. If you've started any new medications recently, it might be worth discussing with your doctor.
Neurological Conditions: Conditions such as Parkinson's disease or other neurological disorders can affect balance and coordination.
Vision Changes: Changes in vision can also impact balance. Regular eye exams are important, especially as we age.
Dehydration or Low Blood Pressure: Sometimes, dehydration or a drop in blood pressure when standing can cause dizziness or a feeling of tipping.
Given your age and the symptoms you're experiencing, it's advisable to consult with a healthcare professional. They can perform a thorough evaluation to determine the underlying cause and recommend appropriate interventions or treatments.

Brumarle-
Don't fall!
Have emergency supports all through your home: A strong, tall bed frame, grab bars in the bathroom and rails and grab bars along stairs and any steps. Sturdy furniture and counters.
Use a walker, a cane or a walking staff when you leave the house.
These are things all aging persons should have _before_ you need them.

A good Physical Therapist with neurological specialty may be your best choice, but get diagnosed and treated.

I agree you need to do therapy for balance.
I am 75 and I can tell my balance is not was good as it used to be. For me I say I wobble. And like the old toy that said they wobble and don’t fall down I might. I have made changes in my home. My kids gave me a stair chair to go up and down to the basement, a ramp in garage and put in walk in tub with handles in and outside the shower. I plan on living here for a long time.
I hope you get some great information as what might be going on and what to do.

TNX for INFO

Yoga has helped me a lot with balance. If you decide to try it, look for a GENTLE Iyengar yoga class for people 60+ with an experienced teacher who can help you. Iyengar yoga uses props to make the poses easier. The studio I go to, for example, has a bar on one wall to hold onto, ropes on another wall to also provide support, and we mainly work on balance which is becoming my achilles heel as I get older. It took about six months of classes, but now my balance is really good. I still use a hiking stick when I go hiking, though, and it's saved me from falling several times now.

I think that our balance is affected as we age but it also have peripheral neuropathy if my feet. So my soles and my toes feel numb due to diabetes. This of course makes balance even trickier. I have posted here before that watching my mother have 3 major falls has made me hyper aware of never wanting to fall. Everyone who posted here about pt and having aids around the house rang true to me. It is great that you are aware and will likely also be hyper vigilant. As Katherine Hepburn said "getting old isn't for sissies". I agree!

Hi,
I have the same problem with feeling like I'm tipping forward. I catch myself also. I have no idea what causes it. It just started happening one day. I also have a problem with getting dizzy if I look up towards the sky. So, I don't. Apparently it's something to do with getting older. I'm just careful all the time and move a little slower so I don't trip. This doesn't happen everyday just periodically. But I never know when. I just pray about it and keep going on with my life. Drinking a lot of water helps a little.
I wish you the best.
PML

Could be spinal stenosis, affecting your spinal cord and the nerves that control each area. Ask for a Cervical MRi if your GP doesn't recommend one. Headaches and any other balance sx you describe should be explained to them.