Frequent Falls & Romberg
Heather is a 65-year-old patient being evaluated for balance issues and frequent falls. She exhibits a wide-based, unsteady gait and a positive Romberg test but shows no muscle weakness. What system impairment is most likely contributing to her balance problem?
A. Musculoskeletal System
B. Vestibular System
C. Visual System
D. Somatosensory System
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