Idiopathic bilateral vestibulopathy
MONDO:0015743Idiopathic bilateral vestibulopathy is a rare otorhinolaryngologic disease characterized by dysfunction of both peripheral labyrinths or of the eighth nerves, which presents with persistent unsteadiness of gait (particularly in darkness, during eye closure or under impaired visual conditions, or when standing/walking on uneven, soft or wobbly ground) and oscillopsia associated with head movements. The disease may be progressive, presenting no episodes of vertigo, or sequential, presenting recurrent episodes of vertigo.
14 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
Follow this condition — get notified about new trialsBroader categories
-
Can a home exercise program help kids with dizziness? new study says maybe.
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a home-based balance therapy program is practical for children aged 4-17 with inner-ear problems that cause dizziness and balance issues. Twenty-one children did balance exercises at home for 8 weeks, with weekly check-ins from a physical therapist. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
-
Secret eye moves help balance patients see straight
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 20 people with long-term balance problems caused by inner-ear damage. Researchers wanted to see if fast, unconscious eye movements called 'covert saccades' help them see clearly when moving their head. Participants had their eye movements measured during quic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:39 UTC
-
Scientists uncover how the brain compensates for balance loss
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at why some people with chronic balance problems develop very fast eye movements that help them see clearly when moving their head. Researchers tested 12 patients and 12 healthy volunteers using virtual reality and head movements. The goal was to understand what …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:38 UTC