the quicker you can begin to feel better!
a good test for balance involves standing on one foot, with your arms out to the side and your eyes closed. if you are less than 30 years old, you should be able to balance for 15 seconds, 30-40 years old for 12 seconds, 40-50 years old for 10 seconds and over 50 years old for seven seconds. this can be improved with exercises.
look at the color of your toes. are they red, pink, purple or blue? press down on the nail of your big toe until the color blanches. now let go and allow the blood flow to return to your toe. 