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 ...

That moment when you stand up too quickly and the room seems to spin, or when you feel unsteady walking down stairs, might seem like minor inconveniences. However, balance problems can serve as early ...

Whether a particular balance disorder has a cure is often dependent on its cause. Many balance disorders can be cured or managed with treatment. Share on Pinterest Westend61/Getty Images A balance ...

If someone suffers from bilateral vestibular hypofunction, it means that their inner ear doesn't maintain their sense balance properly. As a result, the person gets dizzy very easily. A new implant, ...

Balance issues can affect all of us and often occur without warning. Unexpected balance issues can be very disruptive, making ...

Your ears do more than hear. They help you balance, communicate, and stay connected to the world around you. Otology focuses on your ears, especially the middle and inner ear. Your outer ear is the ...

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ELLSWORTH, Maine (WABI) - More than 90 million Americans experience dizziness or balance problems. The Audiology Center of Maine in Ellsworth is home to diagnostic tool that can quickly and accurately ...

Dizziness or balance problems can feel as though the room is spinning and can occur regardless of sitting, standing, or lying down. 1 This symptom encompasses one of the most frequent patient ...

TUSCALOOSA -- In a small, dark room tucked into a bay in an engineering building at the University of Alabama, professors strap themselves into a device that looks like it's part carnival ride, part ...