News tagged with vestibular disorder

Vest to prevent balance disorder patients falling

(PhysOrg.com) -- A vest being developed by scientists at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) could help people with balance disorders to regain their balance. This could cut short the rehabilitation ...

Technology / Engineering

created Apr 06, 2010 | popularity 4.3 / 5 (3) | comments 1 | with audio podcast report

Tai Chi may be an effective treatment for dizziness, balance issues

Tai Chi, a form of Chinese martial arts often practiced for its health benefits, may be an effective treatment option for patients who suffer from dizziness and balance disorders (also known as vestibular disorders).

Medicine & Health / Other

created Oct 04, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Inner ear balance disorders common, associated with falls among older Americans

An estimated 35 percent of U.S. adults age 40 and older have vestibular dysfunction (inner ear balance disorders), and those who do may have a higher risk of falling, according to a report in the May 25 issue of Archives of ...

Medicine & Health / Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

created May 25, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0