The Role of Audiologists in Fall Risk Assessment
Falls are serious events that can cause injuries that lead to other health issues. Moreover, they have many risk factors and are often indicative of other underlying causes. More than 25% of adults aged 65 and older fall each year, and less than half of them tell their doctor. This can be of serious concern,…
How to Recognize Vertigo in Children
Having a child in pain can be heartbreaking to watch, even more so when they exhibit symptoms we may be unfamiliar with. Complaints of dizziness and nausea for short periods of time can be confusing, and we don’t think of children as having issues with vertigo. Vertigo is directly associated with the inner ear and…
When to Seek Professional Help for Dizzy Spells
Sudden dizzy spells can happen to anyone. They occur for a variety of reasons, and most of the time there’s nothing to worry about. If you are experiencing them frequently, however, there might be something going on that should be addressed by an ear, nose, and throat doctor. Why Am I Dizzy? Dizziness can be…