V
estibular (or inner-
ear) problems are
very common. Studies
show that 50 to 60 percent of
the population will experience
dizziness or imbalance during
their lifetime.
ose su ering from vestibular
problems can experience a
signi cant decrease in their
quality of life, limiting their work
and recreational activities
and increasing stress and
anxiety.
SYMPTOMS
Visual disturbances
can indicate inner-ear
problems. While they are
walking, people experiencing this
type of disorder may notice that
objects are blurry. Some people
may feel o -balance when they
are in a busy environment, such as
Costco on a busy day. Others report
di culty reading, looking at a
scrolling computer or looking back
and forth, as when typing data into
a computer.
Other symptoms include
increased di culty balancing in a
dark room or on uneven surfaces
like grass or thick carpet, trouble
balancing while looking up or
veering when walking.
VESTIBULAR REHAB
AT VALLEYCARE
ValleyCare’s certi ed vestibular
therapists provide comprehensive
and current testing procedures,
along with a fully customized
rehab program that can be very
e ective in helping people decrease
symptoms, improve balance and
return to the activities they love.
For more information on vestibular rehab, call ValleyCare Physical
Medicine Services at
925 373 4019
or visit
Balance Issues?
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