The Effectiveness of Vestibular Rehabilitation and Balance Exercises in Improving Patients with Inner Ear Balance Disorder

• Waled Astiata

  Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Medical Technology, Tripoli University, Tripoli, Libya

  Author

• Hanin Mnea

  Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Medical Technology, Tripoli University, Tripoli, Libya

  Author

• Foton Benour

  Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Medical Technology, Tripoli University, Tripoli, Libya

  Author

"Objective: This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of vestibular rehabilitation and balance exercises in ameliorating symptoms in patients with inner ear balance disorders. Design: This 12-week experimental study

Patients: Four female patients with inner ear disorders participated in the study; one patient dropped out, resulting in a final sample of three participants who completed all interventions. Results: Significant improvement was observed in the balance scale, with a percentage change ranging from 33.3% to 100%, averaging 66.7%. For vertigo, a 100% reduction in symptoms was noted.

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