Vestibular rehabilitation therapy for the patient with dizziness and balance disorders
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Using Unidirectional Rotations to Improve Vestibular System Asymmetry in Patients with Vestibular Dysfunction
Published on: August 30, 2019
1Department of Surgery, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, USA.
Abstract:
Vestibular disorders and balance dysfunctions affect a significant number of patients seeking treatment from otolaryngologists. Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) has been shown to be a highly efficacious treatment modality for a majority of individuals with vestibular or central balance system disorders, or a combined etiology. Assessment methods, treatment paradigms, and recommendations for referral are presented.
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