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Vestibular Schwannoma / Acoustic Neuroma
Introduction: A vestibular schwannoma, also known as an acoustic neuroma, is a benign tumor that develops on the vestibulocochlear nerve (the nerve that connects...
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Vestibular Neuritis and Labrinthitis
Introduction: Vestibular neuritis and labyrinthitis are inner ear conditions that strike suddenly, often without warning. Vestibular neuritis involves inflammation of the vestibular nerve (which...
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Persistant Postural Dizziness (PPPD)
Introduction: Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness, or PPPD, is a mouthful to say and a challenge to live with. It’s a relatively new diagnosis (recognized officially...
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Stroke and Dizzyness
Introduction: A stroke in the areas of the brain that control balance and vision – such as the cerebellum or brainstem – can leave...
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Meniere’s Disease
Introduction: Meniere’s Disease is a disorder of the inner ear that can cause intense episodes of vertigo, hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing in the ear),...
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Mal De Debarquement Syndrome
Introduction: Have you ever stepped off a boat or long flight and felt like you were still moving, swaying, or rocking? For most people,...
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Vestibular Migraine
Introduction: Vestibular Migraine is a condition that bridges two worlds – migraine and vertigo. Instead of the classic headache-only migraine, vestibular migraine causes episodes...
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Post Concussion Syndrome
Introduction: A concussion might be labeled a “mild” brain injury, but for some people the effects are anything but mild. While most concussion symptoms...
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Vestibular Hypo – Function
Introduction: Vestibular hypofunction refers to reduced function of the inner ear balance system, either on one side (unilateral) or both sides (bilateral). This condition...
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BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo)
Introduction: BPPV is one of the most common causes of vertigo, especially in older adults. In fact, studies indicate that 17–42% of patients who...
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Shin Splints Treatment
‘Shin splints’ refers to musculoskeletal pain in the front and/or sides of the lower leg. It is the most common source of lower leg...
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Knee Pain Treatment
Knee pain is an extremely common source of musculoskeletal pain in Australians, with knee osteoarthritis affecting 1 out of 11 Australians. Knee pain affects...