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Clinical & Diagnostic Assessment for Pediatric Vestibular Disorders The vestibular system is responsible for balance, gaze stability, and spatial orientation. Vestibular dysfunction affects approximately 5.3% of U.S. children ages 3–17, yet only 29.9% of those
How Common Are Vestibular Disorders in Children? Vestibular problems in children are more common than many people realize. A 2023 systematic review and meta-analysis reported a pooled prevalence of vestibular dysfunction of 30.4% across included
Presbyvestibulopathy (PVP) Case presentation JS is a 75-year-old male presenting with progressive imbalance. He first noticed symptoms five years ago and has had three falls while walking on uneven surfaces without significant injury. He previously
Triage Tools for the Dizzy Patient It takes a multidisciplinary team to manage the variety of diseases causing dizziness. The role of triage tools is to educate healthcare professionals regarding the possible causes of dizziness
Busting Through Misconceptions and Building Opportunity for Success When meditation comes up in conversation people often say, “Oh, I tried that, and afterward, I felt so calm and relaxed.” If this has been your experience,
People with vestibular disorders commonly report fatigue as one of their symptoms. Follow this step-by-step guide to learn how to manage your fatigue. Step 1: Understand Fatigue Fatigue is a general term that describes a
Vestibular disorder symptoms of vertigo--dizziness, headache, fatigue, tinnitus (ringing of the ears), and imbalance—can be impacted by various triggers such as: Diet Environmental factors Lifestyle choices Habits Travel And more... Because triggers differ for each
"Supermarket Syndrome" Do you dread going to the grocery store because it makes you feel bad? The maze of tall shelves, the bright lights, patterns on the floor, the overwhelming selection of items, bending down
How to Reduce Dizziness & Nausea from Vestibular Disorders Why do I feel dizzy and nauseous? Dizziness and nausea are common symptoms of vestibular dysfunction. The balance system relies on three different senses. Using your
Vertigo can be extremely hard to deal with. The sudden onset of world-turning dizziness and the accompanying nausea, imbalance and loss of function can feel paralyzing and cause great concern. You’re not alone. In fact,
By Danielle Beatty, DPT and Theresa Galvin, MS, RDN, CD-N DIETARY RECOMMENDATIONS FOR NAUSEA AND VOMITING It is important to rest the stomach and yet still avoid dehydration during acute periods of nausea and vomiting.
Chronic light-sensitivity can act as a catalyst for dizziness, vertigo, lightheadedness, headache and other symptoms that are often associated with vestibular disorders. In this article, we take an in-depth look at the experiences of those with vestibular-related photophobia and offer tips for keeping it in check.