![]() |
There is no known cure for Meniere's disease. Treatment is focused on lowering the pressure within the endolymphatic sac and on treating symptoms, which tend to occur in discrete "attacks." Medications such as antihistamines, anticholinergics, and...
|
|
Meniere's disease is a disorder characterized by recurrent vertigo, sensory hearing loss, tinnitus, and a feeling of fullness in the ear. It is named for the French physician, Prosper Meniere, who first described the illness in 1861. Meniere's dis...
|
|
|
Meniere's disease is a condition characterized by recurrent vertigo ( dizziness ), hearing loss , and tinnitus (a roaring, buzzing, or ringing sound in the ears).
|
|
Meniere's disease is a condition characterized by recurring vertigo ( dizziness ), hearing loss , and tinnitus (a roaring, buzzing or ringing sound in the ears).
|
|
Treating Meniere’s Disease: SurgeryFor severe Meniere’s that doesn’t respond to other types of treatment, draining or removing part or all of the ear’s balance canals may be recommended.Risks and ComplicationsDamage to hearingPossible worsening of...
|
|
|
Physical therapists provide services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain , and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities among those suffering from injuries, disabilities, or disease. Organized physical therapy began during World War I with 800 reconstruction aides.
|
|
Physical therapists teach people recovering from surgery or with injuries, sprains or arthritis how to perform exercises that will help them gain strength and mobility and prevent recurring injury. Here are suggestions to help you get the most from physical therapy.
|
|
|
The professional field consists of skilled health care providers who work under the direction or supervision of a physical therapist or physical therapists. Their role is to facilitate care and treatment of patients with injuries, diseases, or disabilities that involve mobility or other basic physical functioning.
|
|
Chest physical therapy is the term for a group of treatments designed to improve respiratory efficiency, promote expansion of the lungs, strengthen respiratory muscles, and eliminate secretions from the respiratory system. Purpose The purpose of chest physical therapy, also called chest physiotherapy, is to help patients breathe more freely and to get more oxygen into the body.
|
|
I was in a car accident four weeks ago. I have had physical therapy for the last three weeks and it seems to hurt more than it helps. I am still feeling pain and spasms. Can you suggest another option?
|
|
|
A hearing aid is a device that can amplify sound waves in order to help a deaf or hard-of-hearing person hear sounds more clearly. Purpose Recent technology can help most people with hearing loss understand speech better and achieve better communication.
|
|
Detailed information on hearing aids, including taking care of hearing aids, considerations when purchasing a hearing aid, and the different types of hearing aids
|