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  • Neurology
  • Vestibular Science

Background:

  • Dizziness and postural instability are common in Parkinson's disease (PD).
  • These symptoms significantly impact patient quality of life.
  • Vestibular dysfunction is a potential underlying cause, often overlooked in clinical practice.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review symptoms of vestibular dysfunction in Parkinson's disease patients.
  • To discuss vestibular-targeted therapies for managing dizziness and related symptoms in PD.
  • To highlight the clinical relevance of addressing vestibular issues in PD.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature search of PubMed and Web of Science.
  • Inclusion of relevant articles and their reference lists.
  • Keywords: vestibular dysfunction, Parkinson's disease, dizziness, postural instability.

Main Results:

  • Evidence confirms the prevalence of vestibular dysfunction symptoms in PD patients.
  • Vestibular-targeted therapies may offer benefits for managing PD symptoms.
  • These therapies could improve dizziness and postural instability.

Conclusions:

  • Vestibular dysfunction is a significant contributor to symptoms in Parkinson's disease.
  • Targeted vestibular therapies represent a viable treatment strategy for PD patients.
  • Further research and clinical attention are warranted for vestibular aspects of PD.