Balance Disorders: Symptoms, Causes & Treatments
Experiencing dizziness or unsteadiness, also known as vertigo, often involves a balance disorder. These symptoms can disrupt your daily life. Common symptoms of a balance disorder include:
- Floating Sensation: Feeling as if you're floating.
- Persistent Dizziness: Ongoing light-headedness or vertigo.
- Nausea: Feeling sick to your stomach.
- Pounding Heartbeat: Sudden, strong heartbeats.
- Blurred Vision: Difficulty seeing clearly.
- Walking Difficulties: Trouble maintaining a steady gait.
If you experience these symptoms regularly—especially nausea or a pounding heart—it’s essential to seek a professional evaluation.
Common Balance Disorders
Several conditions can affect balance, including:
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
Brief episodes of dizziness related to head movements.
Labyrinthitis
Inner ear infection causing dizziness and hearing loss.
Ménière’s Disease
Inner ear disorder leading to vertigo, hearing loss, and tinnitus.
Cerebellar Ataxia
Lack of muscle coordination due to cerebellum issues.
Sensory Ataxia
Coordination problems from sensory nerve damage.
Balance Testing at Piedmont Hearing & Balance Center
At Piedmont Hearing & Balance Center in Statesville, we offer comprehensive balance testing to diagnose these conditions. Our evaluations help determine the underlying cause of your symptoms.
Treatment Options
Based on your diagnosis, we may recommend:
Dietary Changes
Adjustments to reduce symptoms.
Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy
Exercises to improve balance.
At-Home Exercises
Techniques like the Epley Maneuver to manage symptoms.
Specialist Referrals
Connecting you with other healthcare professionals as needed.
Contact Us
If balance issues are affecting your life, call 704-754-4264 or contact us online to schedule a balance assessment.