Vestibular neuritis is a condition that affects the function of the vestibular system of the ear, which leads to severe spontaneous vertigo and dizziness.[i] Studies have shown that it has an annual incidence rate of 3.5 per 100 000 persons.[i],[ii] While severe symptoms typically improve over a few days, main [...]
This week, we are examining the relationship between the vestibular system and balance in recognition of Balance Awareness Week – a week where we try to grow awareness of the impact balance disorders have on millions of people around the world. Did you know that up to 35% of adults [...]
What Are the Symptoms of Vertigo? The awful feeling of motion when you’re perfectly still – vertigo. Not to be confused with dizziness (the feeling of being lightheaded, woozy, or unbalanced). Vertigo can happen for a number of reasons in a number of different situations – at sea, in [...]
