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Bimodal Neuromodulation Devices for Tinnitus

Tinnitus (pronounced “TIN-uh-tus” or “tin-NY-tus”) is the perception of sound that does not have an external source.1 It can be perceived in one or both ears, or in the head. Studies indicate that 10-15% of

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Neuroplasticity for persistent vertigo and tinnitus

Neuroplasticity is your body’s ability to change itself.  This is an essential part of the recovery process for tinnitus and vertigo.  It is not something that a doctor can do for you.  And it is

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Tinnitus, Hearing Loss, Musicians, and Hope: A Case Study

Recently, VeDA Ambassador Glenn Schweitzer spoke about tinnitus on a podcast called Blurred Laws and Life, hosted by Richard Busch, a prominent lawyer in the music industry. What made this interview truly special is that Scott Schreer,

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Telephone-based tinnitus-management program shows promise

Results from a pilot study suggest that people with tinnitus benefit from a progressive management program including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Read more...

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Living with a Vestibular Disorder

Struggling with the daily symptoms of a vestibular disorder can be disheartening. But there is hope. You can learn coping strategies that reduce symptoms and improve your quality of life. Many people describe this as adapting to their “new normal.” Our tips and tools come from vestibular patients, who have learned the hard way that small changes in your lifestyle can make a big difference in your physical, mental and emotional wellness.

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Central Vestibular Disorders

Dizziness can be caused by a dysfunction in the peripheral vestibular system (the labyrinth of the inner ear, and the pathways/nerves connecting to the brainstem) or the central vestibular system (the brain and brainstem). This article provides an overview of how to differentiate peripheral from central vestibular disorders.

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Ototoxicity

What is Ototoxicity? Ototoxicity: Oto = ear; toxicity = poisoning Ototoxicity is, quite simply, ear poisoning (oto = ear, toxicity = poisoning), which results from exposure to drugs or chemicals that damage the inner ear

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Consideraciones dietéticas

Muchas personas con la enfermedad de Ménière (también llamada hidropesía endolinfática idiopática primaria), hidropesía endolinfática secundaria o mareos asociados con la migraña descubren que ciertas modificaciones en la dieta son útiles para controlar su trastorno.

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Acoustic Neuroma

The following information is provided by the Acoustic Neuroma Association. This information appears in the organization’s “Newly Diagnosed Handbook”. Additional information can be found at anausa.org. What is an acoustic neuroma? Acoustic neuromas, also referred to

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Dentist’s Guide to the Dizzy Patient

Dental work can often be uncomfortable for a person with a vestibular disorder because of the intense lighting, extended amount of time requiring an open mouth, and adjusting to a reclined chair position. Sometimes people with vestibular disorders perceive that a dentist chair has been reclined beyond horizontal, even if it has not. Also, some people find it uncomfortable to be in the chair as it is lowered and raised. After the procedure, some people with balance disorders find that any residual numbness from the local anesthesia is a bit disorienting. Download this article and bring it to your dentist to educate him/her about your condition and help them make adjustments to accommodate your needs.

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