Balance disorders can be due to problems in any of four areas: Peripheral vestibular disorder, a disturbance in the labyrinth. Central vestibular disorder, a problem in the brain or its connecting ...

The University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) has presented a promising device designed to conduct measurements reliably and repeatably when treating the after-effects of stroke, vertigo, etc. The ...

Balance issues in older adults can stem from various causes. Prompt diagnosis and treatment for any underlying conditions, along with preventive measures, can help reduce fall risks and serious ...

Balance issues can affect all of us and often occur without warning. Unexpected balance issues can be very disruptive, making ...

Nearly two million people worldwide have lost the simple ability to feel steady. Now researchers have developed an experimental medical implant that promises to restore the sensory machinery ...

Dizziness or balance problems can feel as though the room is spinning and can occur regardless of sitting, standing, or lying down. 1 This symptom encompasses one of the most frequent patient ...

Tinnitus and dizziness can be difficult to treat and emotionally exhausting. There is a growing understanding that how patients think about their symptoms shapes the entire course of the condition. At ...

Last week we discussed the causes of balance loss. Today, we’ll talk about treatments for this problem – primarily medication and vestibular rehabilitation. Medication for dizziness and loss of ...

People who experience dizziness, balance problems or other instability issues are now being treated with the same technology that helped astronauts find their balance after returning from space.