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Vestibular disorders are not unique to humans. All higher animals that have a vestibular system—from fish to mammals—can be afflicted, including cats and dogs.

In 1861 the French physician Prosper Ménière theorized that attacks of vertigo, ringing in the ear (tinnitus) and hearing loss came from the inner ear rather than from the brain, as was generally believed at the time. Once this idea was accepted, the name of Dr. Prosper Ménière began its long association with this inner ear disease and with inner ear balance disorders in general.

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La evidencia ha demostrado que la rehabilitación vestibular puede ser eficaz en el mejoramiento  de los síntomas relacionados con diversos trastornos vestibulares (oído interno).1, 2 Las personas con trastornos vestibulares a menudo experimentan problemas de vértigo,

What type of vestibular specialist is right for me? Several types of health care professionals may become involved in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of dizziness and balance disorders. Below are brief descriptions of some

Incidents of Vestibular Dysfunction in Children The vestibular system enables balance abilities and stabilization of visual images when an individual is moving his/her head. When the function of the vestibular system is disrupted, adult patients

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.

Evidence has shown that vestibular rehabilitation can be effective in improving symptoms related to many vestibular - inner ear - disorders.1, 2 People with vestibular disorders often experience problems with vertigo, dizziness, visual disturbance, and/or

A “Clinical Observations” column of VeDA’s member newsletter, “On the Level.” Discusses visual preference developed resulting from vestibular dysfunction, and provides suggestions for treating it.

Il a été démontré que la rééducation vestibulaire peut être efficace pour améliorer les symptômes liés à de nombreux troubles vestibulaires (oreille interne). 1, 2  Les personnes atteintes de troubles vestibulaires souffrent souvent de vertiges,

The inner ear’s vestibular organs and the associated nerves and brain centers form a complex system that serves many functions and can be affected by a number of outside systems. A thorough evaluation of the inner ear may therefore require several different kinds of tests.

Visual sensitivity from vestibular disorders can be exaggerated when a person uses a computer monitor or watches television.

Introduction Bow Hunter’s Syndrome (BHS)—also called rotational vertebral artery syndrome—is a rare, treatable cause of dizziness, fainting, and other “posterior circulation” symptoms that appear only when the head is turned or tilted in certain directions. In BHS,