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Review
. 2011 Apr;44(2):473-96, x.
doi: 10.1016/j.otc.2011.01.015.

Vestibular rehabilitation of older adults with dizziness

Muhammad Alrwaily  1 , Susan L Whitney
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Review

Vestibular rehabilitation of older adults with dizziness

Muhammad Alrwaily et al. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 2011 Apr.

Abstract

The role of rehabilitation for treatment of older adults with dizziness and balance disorders is reviewed. Theories related to functional recovery from peripheral and central vestibular disorders are presented. Suggestions on which older adults might benefit from vestibular rehabilitation therapy are presented. Promising innovative rehabilitation strategies and technologies that might enhance recovery of the older adult with balance dysfunction are discussed.

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