Audiology
Treating Balance Disorders / Dizziness
Many balance and dizziness problems go away after a short period of time without any medical care. Treatment usually is required when symptoms are severe or persistent. Treatment options depend on the type, cause, and severity of the problem. They include:
- Medication—Antibiotics are used to clear
up inner ear infections.
- Canalith repositioning—This is a simple,
non-invasive procedure for treating vertigo that is about
90% effective.
- Balance retraining exercises—Also called
vestibular rehabilitation, these exercises help to decrease
dizziness and increase balance function by “training” your
central nervous system to compensate for inner ear problems.
- Lifestyle changes—Treatment for Meniere's
disease may include a sharp reduction of fluids and salt in
your diet.
- Surgery—This is required occasionally to treat Meniere's disease or to remove a growth.
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