VESTIBULAR DISORDER

This study tested whether a smartphone app helps people with dizziness and balance problems do their prescribed exercises more consistently. Thirty adults with various vestibular disorders were assigned to use the app or keep a paper diary. Researchers measured how often they exe…

This small pilot study tested a virtual reality system called DizzyVR for people with dizziness from inner ear disorders. Ten adults used the system to see if it was safe, easy to use, and helpful. The study focused on whether patients could complete the exercises and if they fel…

This study tested whether an 8-week home balance therapy program is practical for children aged 4-17 with inner ear problems causing dizziness. Twenty-one children did balance exercises at home 5 times a week, with weekly check-ins from a physical therapist. The goal was to see i…

This study looked at 98 adults with severe-to-profound hearing loss to see if they also have balance problems. Since the hearing and balance organs are both in the inner ear, damage to one might affect the other. Researchers used three different balance tests to compare participa…

This study looked at how physical impairments and personal factors (like age or mindset) affect daily activities and participation in people with dizziness and balance problems. Researchers measured these factors before and after a balance therapy program in 52 adults. The goal w…