Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is the most common vestibular (inner ear) disorder and the most common cause of vertigo or dizziness. It is a false sensation of spinning or movement. While it’s not life-threatening, it can significantly impact your daily life. What is BPPV? BPPV occurs when small calcium crystals (called otoconia), which are […]
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Balance Awareness Week takes place annually in the third week of September. The aim of the week is to broaden understanding of vestibular (inner ear) disorders and how they affect people’s day to day lives. Those who are affected by balance issues often report that their family, friends and colleagues don’t understand what they’re going through due
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Older People’s Day takes place on 1st October and this year celebrates the achievements and contributions that older people make to our society and the economy.
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You may recall earlier this year that a striking headline hit the news “Inability to stand on one leg for 10 seconds linked to doubling in risk of death“. This was on the back of a research study that found that the inability to stand on one leg for 10 seconds in mid to later life is
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This week is Balance Awareness Week, a week to raise awareness of the conditions that can affect one’s balance (which we too often take for granted).
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If you’ve ever experienced dizziness, you know how awful it can be. However, there is a common cause of dizziness that is very easily treated by physiotherapy.
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