Fix Your Balance & Inner Ear: Vestibular Exercises (Ages 50+)

[@bermudaguy5003]

Gosh Will, I am impressed & surprised how these eye exercises taught me something I never thought of to get my balance back again so that I can walk again. I'm 72, I got a blood infection in my foot from a big cut even though I cleaned it fairly soon. I am very close to walking on my own again. I thank my wife, my good doctors & you to have put me on my way. Thanks very, very much!

[@HT-Physio]

I'm so sorry to hear about your blood infection, that must have been a very scary time for you! I'm pleased to hear my video was able to provide some new information to help you with your walking - it's great to hear you have a network of support who have been able to help :)

[@MaryFaundez]

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[@anniemecca6979]

I had a car accident almost 3 years ago and now have chronic post concussive syndrome. This is an answer to a prayer! Thank you, Will!

[@HT-Physio]

I'm so sorry to hear about your car accident, I hope these exercises have proven helpful for you!

[@aurorealis3249]

Thank you Will - for working with the body and not defaulting to medications to help heal the body! You are very talented, a joy to watch and much appreciated. Greetings and best wishes from the Great Sonoran Desert.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much, it's so great to hear that my work is appreciated! Sending best wishes to you in the Sonoran Desert :)

[@aurorealis3249]

@@HT-Physio Thanks Will for your immediate reply. I am grateful I found & subscribed to your channel. I am sharing with others your wisdom and extensive knowledge - directing them to your YT channel. Best always!!!

[@richardjennings3049]

I have a brain injury in February and as well as my brain bleed, head fractures, Hearing loss my left inner ear was damaged affecting my vestibular function. Reassuring to see the exercises by my therapist are similar to those you demonstrate here. The walking with head turn is one that I am struggling to master but my commitment will get there. Thanks also for your core exercises which I have used as part of my rehab and has helped during my learning to walk. You are a positive help for me and I thank you.

[@HT-Physio]

I'm so sorry to hear about your brain injury - it's always good to receive a second opinion which matches the first, so that you feel confident in the exercises you're performing. Consistency is key, absolutely! I'm wishing you all the very best in your recovery journey!

[@richardjennings3049]

Thanks for your reply. You are right about consistency. It’s a daily ritual for me and from walking using a frame in March to walking with a stick only for the odd wobble and climbing stairs is down to commitment. I’m way ahead of schedule so your instructions give me confidence. Thanks

[@ulla1623]

Oh yes I did those exercises years ago in the eighties when my eyes were strained from using computer. I squeeze my nose and blow until my ears pop and it takes away my tinnitus temporarily and also helps on aeroplanes. You and an American lady physio are two of my physio earth angels! Thank you and thank God I found you both on you tube!🙏

[@cesar0610]

Great video, I'm gonna start doing these exercises to improve my vestibular situation. Having balance and vertigo while riding bicycles and stepping on ladders. I've been in trouble for almost 3 years, and I believe I can get out of it by following your video advice

[@cyn4rest]

Thank you, Will. I’ll start this today. Your other tips and suggestions have improved my life so I expect these will as well. Thank you

[@HT-Physio]

So great to hear my work has been able to enrich your life! I'm sending many best wishes your way :)

[@cyn4rest]

@@HT-Physio I’ve tried 3 times to buy your book but I keep getting tossed to UK Amazon. Do u hv a USA link? Thank you. I DEFINITELY want to support the person who’s helped me improve the quality of my life! I’m 80-something but never to old to learn and make good changes! ❤️

[@CarolynPlant-t2l]

Do you think these vestibular exercises could help alleviate travel sickness at all? It would be great to avoid medication! A great channel with brilliant exercise explanations. Thanks.

[@richardcholawo8607]

Wow Will. I do all the strengthening exercises to avoid falls which is great, but the other day I started wondering about the inner ear and wondering what could be done to improve balance. Bingo today I found this video. Thanks so much, may God reward you for your kindness to us all 😊

[@HT-Physio]

Sounds like my video came at the perfect time! I hope it proves helpful for you 😃

[@jennyvanheerden9851]

Thank you. I am currently experiencing severe vertigo so I shall give these a try.

[@robdavidson4945]

I'm 69 with vestibular disorder and neurological balance and coordination issues for many years now. I work with physical therapists occasionally and use some of the exercises you show that seem to help. However some of your exercises are new to me and appear to challenge my balance greatly. I can see benefits of using these techniques. Thanks for what you're doing.

[@patemmert2672]

I have fallen once a month for the last 5 months. Not dizzy, just clumsy. Have sciatica and pain in both hips. These exercises are spot on! Thank you.

[@HT-Physio]

I'm so sorry to hear about your falls - I hope these exercises prove beneficial for you!

[@LCarefortheworld]

He is really good. It’s important to listen to the advice from someone who’s trained.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much!

[@DCB938]

Definitely will try these. Thanks for sharing the link to this video in your other video.

[@belindaweber7999]

I'll be sharing this video with my work friends who are ablut 15-20yrs my senior (I'm 47). They've been having balance issues lately and I really want to encourage them to be proactive.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you for sharing my video - I hope they find it beneficial!

[@Portia620]

See a doctor for diagnosis first as many things cause dizziness and it can be in the brain or eyes or inner ear!!!! It can also signal other health issues so please go to a doctor for diagnosis!!! Neurology’s and ENT doctors diagnosed different types of dizziness

[@brendamiller2876]

Thank you for these exercises. This is one I really need.

[@carolinejohn4537]

Thanks so much Will. I have BPPV and usually dont have much problem hut do have motion sickness if watching certain things on tv etc. Anything that can help is great.

[@constantinmihailpopescu2772]

Many thanks with gratitude !

[@HT-Physio]

My pleasure!

[@XRP747E]

You are such a great trainer, Will. Thank you so much.

[@HT-Physio]

Very happy to help!

[@peggyleethrower9070]

Thx for these exercises. I've been dealing with dizziness and vertigo. My HBP medicine also had contributed to this. It's gotten better since I've lowered those dosages. But after my stroke my balance was off. I will continue practicing the exercises you recommend today. You've been such a great help to me this year.❤😊

[@judithholloway842]

Thank you so much Will, your exercises are helping me get fit again!

[@LCarefortheworld]

I’ve signed up your 3 Tip Friday. LOVE it. It keeps me on track. 🙏

[@michellewallhagen2346]

Thank you so much for this! I practice Japanese Tea Ceremony and I have trouble getting up and down on the tatami mats without getting wobbly. I'm not elegant at all. I'm going to practice everyday and impress my sensei with my improvements.

[@wandabrady2178]

Thank you for sharing Dr. Harlow enjoyed this video! This also help your vision.

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased to hear you enjoyed it!

[@ktnsteve]

Thank-you for this! I will use these moves to improve my balance. God bless!

[@HT-Physio]

I hope they prove beneficial for you!

[@jointheconversation8385]

Thank you Will . These exercises are great. They really work.

[@HT-Physio]

That's great to hear!

[@sierraseb3311]

I've been doing vestibular exercises from another physio website even though I don't have a problem with dizziness in order to prevent developing a problem. I like these exercises of yours much better. Thanks.

[@HT-Physio]

Great to hear you like them!

[@carmenlhadas]

Helpful!!

[@HT-Physio]

Great to hear it!

[@jacquelinedevlin6381]

You are amazing. Thank you so much for the information and the solution.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much!

[@yvelinesemeria98]

Hello Will, thank you for this video. I have 3 questions: 1)I've had cataract surgery and 1 lense is for distance, the other for reading. Can these exercises still apply? and 2) in the second exercise is this why, in some spots, I go blank and can't keep the focus on the moving finger? Last question is about the benefits of walking backward. Do you recommend it in this context? Thank you for your valuable time and your absolutely wonderful 3 tip Friday videos on top of all the others. They're a gem!

[@sophieamirian6726]

THANK YOU FOR BEING SO CARING AND SHARING DEAR ❤ VERY HELPFUL AND USEFUL ❤

[@HT-Physio]

It's my pleasure to share!

[@gky7170]

Excellent video and very well presented! Thank you for your service to those of us with inner ear issues!

[@HT-Physio]

Very happy to help!

[@rigilchrist]

Excellent. Thank you!

[@patriciag438]

Great video! Do we do exercise until balance improves, or is this an on-going effort to keep problem at bay?😅

[@jillbingham3409]

So very useful. My balance is very poor. I will do these as well as the ones to help improve my walking.

[@HT-Physio]

I hope they are able to help with your balance and walking!

[@shirleytucker7498]

Thank you so much. Based on your videos I have created a series of exercises and stretches and strength training that is really helping. This particular video was excellent because I have recently had issues with balance related to allergies and my eustachian tube congestion. So glad I found you. Your book is excellent!!

[@HT-Physio]

So great to hear that you've been able to combine my exercises into a beneficial routine for you! I'm sorry to hear you've been experiencing balance problems - I hope my tips prove helpful. Thank you so much for purchasing my book, it's great to hear you've found it valuable!

[@PatHardy-lp7mr]

Thank you Will. I need to work on these. The one turning head when walking - kept a close hold of my walking stick! Used to be able to do this exercise, but since my fall in 2021 nooooo! I think this one is very important - just to ensure you are aware of who is behind/following you. A matter of personal safety.

[@lorainemurray433]

Really effective exercises for the vestibular system, Will. Thank you so much.

[@HT-Physio]

You're most welcome!

[@Indu-uw3nz2rt9i]

Very useful . Thanks Doc.🙏

[@HT-Physio]

Happy to help!

[@susanboden1564]

Yes Will that’s my problem when walking the dog and want to turn to look at something or cross the road that’s when I have to stop as I’m a bit dizzy, had vertigo twice so any exercises will be good. So that last exercise I’m going to practice.. nice one Will Thank you so much. 😊👍

[@HT-Physio]

I'm sorry to hear you've been experiencing dizziness on your walk. I hope these exercises prove beneficial for you!

[@vijayakumarp7593]

Thank you Will, you motivate countless persons neededing help and correct many problems of old age. Considerate and compassionate manner in which you explain are commendable. I regularly practice many of exercises you are recommeng. They show results Thank you God bless

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much, it's great to hear you've found my work practical and beneficial! Wishing you all the best :)

[@lakshmiomanakuttan8510]

Will by doing eye exercises my balance has improved a lot.Thank you

[@DebH-bl8ku]

Thank you for sharing these exercises. I am going to give these a try. I have been trying to get back to walking since a car accident 9 years ago.

[@HT-Physio]

I'm so sorry to hear about your car accident - I hope these exercises prove beneficial!

[@howardfowler2255]

I've have both inner ear issues and hip issues so your advice here is quite helpful in keeping my balance. As always,well presented and educational for us over sixies folks Thanks Will!

[@HT-Physio]

I'm sorry to hear about the problems you're experiencing - I hope these tips can offer some relief for you!

[@nicolepeters6660]

Thank you for this. I'm dreadfully wobbly to the point of needing medication so really hope these exercises help 😊

[@HT-Physio]

I hope they offer some support!

[@johnkeepin7527]

A good range of useful exercises. It’s interesting that you mentioned the link between eyesight and the sense of balance. There are situations in which it’s best to ignore the ears input altogether, and rely on sight alone - sometimes only using external instruments in an aircraft, e.g. Just occasionally, our sense of balance can be wrong altogether, with the absence of optical input, like in cloud or in the dark.

[@TnOrchidguy]

Thank you, Mr. Will, thank you.

[@HT-Physio]

You're very welcome!

[@fergy1ful]

I try to use your vids in conjunction with your book and it works really well. I wonder if you'd consider adding 'chapters' to your vids to make it quicker to access individual exercises? I know you might prefer to show the progression in exercises, but going back to a specific exercise is a bit harder when you have to scroll the vid - just a thought, keep up the good work!

[@linnie3942]

Thank you

[@HT-Physio]

You're welcome!

[@sharoncarson2414]

thank you again will ,,, always helpful to me ,,

[@HT-Physio]

So happy to help!

[@sharoncarson2414]

@HT-Physio I have been suffering from chronic back pain for 15 years on nerve pain for ,,L 2 3 4 gone with severe arthritis, and bulging disc ,since I came across your utube Chanel and began exercises 3 weeks ago my pain has decreased by 65 percent,,I can't beleive the difference ,! I've got my confidence back and am now planning an overseas trip ,,blessings from australia,,

[@manngilliamlinda]

Thank you 😊this is helpful for me!

[@HT-Physio]

I'm so glad!

[@michaelcoleman5031]

Will, you make me think about physical abilities we take for granted and how to keep them as we grow older. Thanks

[@HT-Physio]

Very happy to help!

[@tanalehavi4417]

Thanks

[@robertbarnier45]

Your exercises are good Will. Aussie Bob.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much!

[@kelpsalenga9194]

Dear Doc, another video not sure if you have already, having ringing in the right ear, during indoors in a quiet room is high tone, while outdoors not recognized. Any recommendations to do. Thanks Doc.

[@Jan-qw5np]

Will, I've had cervicogenic dizziness that lasts almost all day for the past 2 years. At first I was told it was because I had lost the ability to hear high pitches, then it started triggering diziness whenever I moved my head. I hope your exercises will finally get rid of this dizziness. Thank you Will!

[@HT-Physio]

I'm sorry to hear that you're experiencing dizziness - I hope these exercises offer some benefit for you!

[@Portia620]

A specialist in Naples and Fort Meyers’s Florida specializes in that type of dizziness and he is on KZbin!!! I hope you get the help you need. 🙏🙏

[@Jan-qw5np]

@@Portia620 thanks, I'm hoping Will's exercises in this video is the answer. I do experience a lot of light headedness doing the exercise looking at an object while dropping down to the floor.....hoping this is the one that my brain will respond too!!

[@rolandlickert2904]

Thanks, Will I have had Tinnitus in one Ear since then I have had a kind of Vertigo particularly when I move /turn around . I was always moving fast and still now with 75 ! I followed some of your exercises concerning building muscle and it helped a lot in fact I could increase the time frame quite a bit. Thanks very much and I will follow your advice regarding your Balance clip. Eye exercises I did some already but there is always room to improve. Appreciate your advice and I'm greatful for it.

[@HT-Physio]

I'm sorry to hear that you have been experiencing vertigo. I'm glad you've found the exercises beneficial - I hope you find these equally beneficial for your balance!

[@patemmert2672]

Thank you!

[@HT-Physio]

You're welcome!

[@pozzee2809]

My husband was rear ended by a SUV when he was stopped at a red light. The SUV hit him so hard it pushed his car into the vehicle in front of him. This was in October 2023. He had all the “traditional” concussion symptoms, he went to the concussion clinic, massage and a chiropractor who specializes in the head. His symptoms seemed to get somewhat better after a few months, but the symptoms all came back two months ago and here we are today wondering, besides time, what can he do to counteract his symptoms; light and noise sensitivity, high pitched ringing in his ears constantly which also spikes at time, getting dizzy and nauseous that comes and goes in intensity. He is 53. We were told just today by an ENT that he should go to a physiotherapist, so we were wondering what exercises you would suggest. Thank you.

[@anthonytaylor1965]

Hi Will , I am 59 and do Yoga most days and walk a lot, I am registered blind and use a Guide Dog when outside for my mobility. I have been getting dizzy spells for a couple of months now . But they seem to come and go would you recommend these exercises . Thanks Anthony

[@gidget8717]

I really need this one. My balance has never been terrific but in the last 5 months its been getting worse. I've been moving slower and slower, which I just learned in the last video is not helpful to balance. 🤦‍♀️🤭

[@ellensopcich-ey3on]

Thank you for this video, I'm going to try this.

[@HT-Physio]

Wishing you all the best ☺

[@grandmafullwong6579]

Hi! Greetings from Margaret of Singapore. Are these excercises fine for Vertigo caused by BPPV

[@jeanettesovick271]

Thank you for this video!!! I tried just the first two bc of time constraints..but…!!! A miracle! My dizziness/vertigo subsided and I felt great!! I have terrible dizziness due to eye injections & 3 ear injections, which were very horrible!! But your video really helped me!! Thank you so much!! God is good!!🙏😇😇😇💕💕 0:07

[@HT-Physio]

So great to hear the exercises helped, that's fantastic! Wishing you all the best going forward😃

[@angietrainor1968]

WOW nice... thanks

[@HT-Physio]

Welcome 😊

[@carolynthimesch1522]

Would this help with Tinnitus?

[@SusanHaydon-kp1jc]

Well! I must say this is very different to normal exercises but having done them they are very challenging especially the walking and turning the head from side to side. Gonna master this until I don't lose balance and topple. It's a challenge.

[@MaryMcPhillips-r1v]

Great advice. Thanks. Irish citizen

[@HT-Physio]

Happy to help!

[@cassieoz1702]

Benign position vertigo because of vestibular debris is quite common in older people. Fixed mine with Epley's manoeuvres

[@rachnamehta2488]

Please suggest some exercises. My tailbone pains a lot while I walk. Difficult to move through narrow space because of tailbone. Thanks 🙏

[@ulla1623]

Thanks Will, I have had tinnitus for years and learnt ten years ago that it's a balance thing. How do I get your 3 Friday tips.

[@helenatekavei8502]

Good exercises

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you!

[@orffrocks5667]

Fabulous, but I’ve just had Achilles Tendon Surgery, so I can only do the sitting actives. My balance has been compromised for a long time. I’m an extremely active and still working senior, so it baffles me about this balance issue. I do have inner ear issues. I guess that’s a big contributor.

[@Portia620]

I had traumatic brain injury as a teen hit by car walking and have this in both ears! It’s heck!!!

[@HT-Physio]

I'm so sorry to hear about your accident!

[@naazafzal]

Do these exercises help with dizziness and lightheadedness?

[@lakshmiomanakuttan8510]

Thankyou Will. I will surely try the last one to improve my balance. like your three tip Friday.

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased to hear you've enjoyed my mail outs! Wishing you all the best :)

[@Julia-tj5ff]

Looks good advice. I get vertigo so will give these a go. Thanks v much

[@HT-Physio]

I hope my tips can help!

[@tomfenn7149]

I'm a little concerned, or should at least raise a point here, after suffering from dizziness in the past, I tried the exercise as demonstrated just after 4 mins in here, and it resulted in me getting quite a bad eye floater that has now taken many years for my brain to get used to and block out. Floaters aren't such a problem with younger people, or at least with me. But when I did a similar eye focus stretch exercise just before I turned 50, I got this problem (now 56). So, just a precaution!

[@aishaluna5818]

Thanks a lot. Will send to my son. 👍 I have a ? : do you have video for people who sits a lot and have stiff hips? Thank you.

[@HT-Physio]

Hi there - I have the following videos which may be of help :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIasYad9hb55oc0 kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKCteWmEoq6eo80 kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmqrimCui9dlecU

[@patmaison2300]

Hi Will i wonder if you have any exercises fir ostio arteritis which i have just found out i have in my left shoulder and right hip which causes great pain and weakness. I have been doing you're exercises which are really helpful. I really appreciate your expert advise. Doug

[@HT-Physio]

Hi there - I'm so sorry to hear about the pain you're experiencing - I'm pleased to hear you've found my exercises helpful - I have the following video with exercises to help stop arthritis which might be of help :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/oneoimNnr66dbNk

[@jasvirsandhar3707]

Sir please tell about exercises for ringing ears.

[@Coffeeismyhappyplace]

Crystals came loose in right ear. One session at PT with Epply Maneuver. All fixed up.

[@BessieBrooks-TS]

Should you do these exercises with glasses on? With the first couple I get to a point where the edge of my glasses block my vision and then when I go further and am looking beyond the edge of the glasses my finger is blurry.

[@SowmyaShetty-f4i]

Hi.I find several of your exercises very useful.Thank you. I did subscribe to 3tip Friday but unfortunately haven't received any.

[@HT-Physio]

Hi there - please check your junk mail just in case it's come through to there :)

[@SowmyaShetty-f4i]

@@HT-Physio Hi.Did that as you suggested but it's not there either. I must have incorrectly given my email ID. My loss.

[@IRSA1]

I cannot see any reference to 3 tips Friday anywhere at all, where is it please ? Very useful exercises , thanks.

[@bevcaduff9810]

Tap in the description area under the video and you will find a link to subscribe to Three Tip Friday.

[@HT-Physio]

Hi there - you can sign up using the following link :) ht-physio.co.uk/3-tip-friday/

[@rachael1572]

I suffer from positional vertigo after severe whiplash from several car wrecks

[@Rwjudy48]

My left inner ear horizontal semicircular canal is not functional (labyrinthitis). Will these exercises help me?

[@LisaLewandowski]

How much of your neck contributes to these balance issues with the ear? I can't get a straight answer. I have degenerative disc disease in my neck from c-3-7 and saw 3 neurologists all said no surgery but no answers for the balance issues. when my neck is tight I notice my balance is off and my ear seems clogged. I have been dealing with this for over a year now and still no answers.

[@KhurshidAhmad-p2w]

Make a useful video on getting rid of MEINERS disease

[@patricathomas6155]

I have psoriasis and afraid to have scapel cause was injured by dr.

[@jasvirsandhar3707]

Sir tell exercises for ringing ears please.

[@thangaveluthangam5533]

Sir. Now you are fine

[@subtropicalken1362]

I wonder what prescription drugs contribute to vestibular problems?

[@chrisvalentine6029]

Nice

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you!

[@giftygifty45]

i am 30 i have lost my balance n body co ordination n feel unsteady . i feel dizzy all the time when j walk feel like up n down n floating inside the body i don’t know what happens with me . what to do sir can u suggest me some good to fix all problems

[@tarlikapatel2513]

I have a poor balance at a walking no problem but I can't stand more then three or four minutes so please saw me exercise will God bless you

[@HT-Physio]

I hope these exercises can offer some help!

[@muhammadasim7336]

Does it work for people in their 30s?

[@Ronlawhouston]

How do you know when your ears are a problem? Sometimes I stumble around like I am drunk.

[@debbiec6216]

*I have Tinnitus since 2013, I woke up from it*

[@dinosemr8141]

💖❤️🙏❤️💖

[@LoveEm-r9i]

I suffer all my life 😢😢😢 Nothing helps