Disorders of Balance and Vestibular Function in US Adults
Balance dysfunction can be debilitating and can lead to catastrophic outcomes such as falls. The inner ear vestibular system is an important contributor to balance control. However, to our knowledge, the prevalence
of vestibular dysfunction in the US and the magnitude of the increased risk of falling associated with vestibular dysfunction have never been estimated.
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Burden of Dizziness and Vertigo in the Community
Dizziness and vertigo are common, however, the cause often remains unexplained. The percentage of vertigo of vestibular origin in individuals with unselected dizziness has not been well examined, and its underestimation may lead to diagnostic bias in primary care.
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NDIS: Access requirements for people with hearing impairment
The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) updated the NDIS Operational Guidelines in October 2017 in relation to the access requirements for people with hearing impairment. This additional detail helps to clarify who is likely to be accepted into the Scheme.
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NDIS: Questions and Answers for People with Hearing Impairment
The following questions are related to hearing devices and additional technologies and services related to hearing loss and deafness. This is not a guarantee that everything stated below will apply to you – it is an indication of what might apply based on the information I have gathered to date.
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