Diagnosis of a balance disorder is complicated because there are many kinds of balance disorders and because other medical conditions--including ear infections, blood pressure changes, and some vision ...

If you were afflicted with a balance disorder, would you rather use a walker at all times or simply wear a backpack? Dutch scientists have developed a special version of the latter, which utilizes two ...

Prevalence of vestibular dysfunction increased steadily with age. More than a third of U.S. adults older than age 40 years have some form of vestibular dysfunction, but many don't know it. More than a ...

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.

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 ...

You probably think balance comes from your legs, core, or inner ear, but your eyes might be the most important factor in staying upright and stable. Vision provides up to 80% of the sensory ...

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 ...