Title of article :
The Challenge of Vestibular Rehabilitation in a Patient with Bilateral Vestibular Dysfunction Following Surgery: A Case Report
Author/Authors :
Jafarzadeh, Sadegh Department of Audiology - School of Paramedical Sciences - Mashhad University of Medical Sciences , Golrokhian-Sani, Mohammad Reza Department of Otolaryngoloy - Sina Hospita - Mashhad University of Medical Sciences
Abstract :
Introduction: Bilateral vestibular dysfunction (BVD) is an uncommon finding in vestibular assessment, and the combination of BVD and orthopedic problems represents a rare and challenging case for treatment. Case Report: The patient had several previous back surgeries and received gentamycin after surgery. After 6 months, she experienced continuous dizziness, unsteadiness and oscillopsia. The patient underwent complete vestibular assessment and received an individualized vestibular rehabilitation program for 9 months. She achieved a complete recovery from all symptoms and returned to active social function. Conclusion: Vestibular rehabilitation could be an effective treatment for complicated cases of BVD. Adaptation exercises may be useful in young patients with BVD
Keywords :
Adaptation , Bilateral vestibular dysfunction , Gentamicin , Ototoxicity , Vestibular rehabilitation
Journal title :
Astroparticle Physics
