US clinicians have launched a new trial to help those who suffer from Meniere’s Disease – a disorder that affects the inner ear and can cause nausea together with a loss of hearing and balance. The condition is caused by problems with the fluid in the inner ear and the vestibulocochlear nerve, meaning the brain … Read more
Is it Dizziness or Vertigo? This is a good question to answer before seeking treatment. As many as 6% of doctor’s visits are the result of dizziness. This a very common condition and affects 2 in 5 people after the age of 40. It becomes even more common as we get into our later years. … Read more
Vertigo gives a person the sensation that everything around them is spinning. The system known as the vestibular system is responsible for maintaining our balance and physical orientation. When this system malfunctions, vertigo can be experienced. Many times, this dizzying sensation is temporary. For others, it can become a chronic condition that can lead to … Read more
Feeling dizzy or being off-balance can really impact a person’s life. Something that seems to be a normal, everyday task can become difficult when you experience dizziness. Dressing, bathing, and working can be a challenge. Some 69 million people living in the USA have experienced some sort of vertigo or vestibular (relating to the ear … Read more