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Tests For Diagnosing Vestibular Disorders

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.

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Pruebas de diagnóstico para trastornos vestibulares

Los órganos vestibulares del oído interno y los nervios y centros cerebrales asociados forman un sistema complejo que cumple muchas funciones y puede verse afectado por una serie de sistemas externos. Por lo tanto, una

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Natural Supplements for Vestibular Disorders

Patients with vestibular disorders may choose to incorporate supplements into their treatment plan, either to support their prescription medications or as non-pharmaceutical alternatives that can help reduce their symptoms and improve their overall wellness. Many

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Tai Chi for Balance

Originating in China centuries ago, Tai Chi is a martial art characterized by gracefully flowing movements and postures. Extensive medical literature, as well as the direct experience of physical therapists and other clinicians, supports Tai Chi as an excellent complementary therapy to vestibular rehabilitation. This article discusses the benefits of using Tai Chi to improve balance.

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How to Submit a Patient Spotlight Story

Many of our members share with us the story of their journey with a vestibular disorder. These heartfelt tales take you through the initial discovery of their symptoms – such as dizziness, vertigo and lightheadedness – to their struggle to find a qualified vestibular specialist, and often include the challenges they have had to face at work and at home, including a lack of understanding and compassion by others to whom their symptoms are invisible. VeDA invites you to share your story!

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Volunteers – Resources You Can Share

Raise Awareness You can educate your friends and family about vestibular disorders by sharing VeDA's articles, infographics, fliers, and graphics! One-Page Fliers An Overview of Vestibular Disorders Causes of Dizziness & Vertigo Cognitive Aspects of

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Perilymph Fistula

A perilymph fistula (PLF) is an abnormal connection (a tear or defect) in one or both of the small, thin membranes (the oval window and the round window) that separate the air filled middle ear

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Presbyvestibulopathy (PVP)

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

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