Unsteadiness when walking or standing
Unsteadiness when walking or standing
Balance & Instability
If you’re feeling off balance, unsteady, or prone to falls, there’s likely a deeper reason behind it. At Palatine Family Chiropractic, we help identify and address the root causes of instability — often related to spinal misalignment, nerve interference, or postural imbalances — so you can move with confidence again.
Feel Steadier, Safer, and More Confident on Your Feet
How do we Help with Balance & Instability?
Balance issues are often connected to the way your brain, spine, and nervous system communicate. When spinal misalignments disrupt that communication, your body can struggle to maintain balance and coordination. This is especially common in older adults or people recovering from injury.
Chiropractic care focuses on restoring that communication by improving spinal alignment, nerve function, and body awareness.
How It Works
We start with a full neurological and postural assessment to evaluate how your body is processing balance-related input. Depending on your needs, care may include spinal adjustments, exercises to improve proprioception (your body’s sense of position and movement), and lifestyle recommendations to help retrain the nervous system.
Why It’s Effective
Your spine and nervous system play a central role in how your body maintains stability. When those systems are out of sync — whether due to misalignment, tension, or nerve interference — your brain receives mixed signals, making balance more difficult. Chiropractic care helps restore that communication so you can move with more control and confidence.
Meet Dr. David Fish
You're In Good Hands
Doctor of Chiropractic
Dr. David Fish brings over a decade of hands-on experience helping patients of all ages move and feel better. He specializes in spinal biomechanics and structural chiropractic care, combining precision with a personalized approach. His goal is to support your health with focused care that enhances movement, energy, and overall wellness.
We Are Experts in Treating:
Poor balance or frequent stumbling
Poor balance or frequent stumblingFeeling “off” or disconnected from your body
Feeling “off” or disconnected from your bodyTrouble coordinating movements
Trouble coordinating movementsAge-related loss of balance
Age-related loss of balanceNervous system conditions contributing to instability
Nervous system conditions contributing to instabilityPostural issues affecting gait and mobility
Postural issues affecting gait and mobility
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is poor balance always caused by inner ear problems?
Not always. While the inner ear plays a role, many balance issues stem from poor posture, spinal misalignment, or nervous system dysfunction — all areas where chiropractic care can help.
Can chiropractic care help older adults with balance?
Yes. We regularly work with older adults to improve balance, reduce fall risk, and maintain independence.
Is this care only for seniors?
Not at all. Balance issues can affect people of all ages — especially those recovering from injury, dealing with neurological conditions, or experiencing postural instability.
Will I need physical therapy too?
In some cases, a combination of chiropractic care and rehab exercises can be helpful. We’ll guide you through the right plan based on your needs.
Dr. David Fish
Doctor of Chiropractic
Dr. David Fish grew up in Niles, Michigan, and earned his undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Detroit Mercy. He went on to receive his Doctor of Chiropractic from the National University of Health Sciences in Lombard, Illinois.
He spent ten years with The Joint Chiropractic, where he refined his clinical and adjusting skills while treating patients of all ages. In late 2025, Dr. Fish joined Palatine Family Chiropractic, where he continued to expand his expertise under the mentorship of Dr. Adam Hutton. His clinical focus now includes spinal biomechanical engineering and advanced structural care.
Dr. Fish is an active member of the American Chiropractic Association and the Illinois Chiropractic Society. He lives in Wheeling, IL, with his wife and two cats, and enjoys traveling, gardening, staying active, and playing board games.
