Dizziness vs. Vertigo
Feeling off-balance is a common reason for adults aged 65 and older to visit the doctor, as balance issues can be a major safety hazard. Dizziness and vertigo are often confused with each other, but they are not the same. It’s important to know the difference, because dizziness and vertigo can indicate different underlying issues….
Best Balance Exercises for Vertigo
Vertigo is a common symptom of conditions like Meniere’s disease and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), as well as a common side-effect of many types of medications. If you suffer from recurring episodes of vertigo, you are at a risk of an injury caused by a fall. To prevent these injuries and improve balance, there…
Why am I Dizzy?
Most people in Albany have experienced an occasional episode of dizziness. It’s usually no cause for concern, but if experience frequent bouts of unsteadiness it’s a good idea to err on the side of caution and make an appointment with an audiologist as dizziness can occasionally indicate a more serious underlying issue. What is Dizziness?…