Pertaining to the vestibular system in the middle ear and the brain which senses movements of the head. Disorders of the vestibular system can lead to dizziness, poor regulation of postural muscle tone and inability to detect quick movements of the head.
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- The Vestibular Disorders Association (VEDA) VEDA is a nonprofit organization that exists to provide information and support to people suffering from inner-ear balance disorders.
- Mayo Clinic Vestibular Rehabilitation Program Site discusses symptoms of vestibular disorders including: vertigo, dizziness, and imbalance, and how vestibular rehabilitation may offer help to these persons.
- Wobbler's Anonymous A support group for people who have vestibular damage caused by gentamicin or related drugs.
- HealthScout Network: Central Vestibular Disorders Provides information on the cause, symptoms and treatment plans for this type of disorder.
- eMedicine: Vestibular Rehabilitation Information on rehabilitation therapy that can lessen the impact of a vestibular disorder on the sufferer.
- Inner Ear Disorders Message Board Forum for discussion of these topics.
- Center for Hearing and Balance Clinical information pertaining to auditory and vestibular studies. Located at Johns Hopkins University.
- MedlinePlus: Acoustic Neuroma Encyclopedia article including a definition of this condition, its causes, symptoms, tests, treatment and prognosis.