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Dizziness: the symptoms and treatment of a balance disorder
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The connection between your central nervous system and your brain ensures that you stand firmly on your feet. If that connection is affected, balance problems arise. If the balance problems persist, it is best to see a doctor because this may indicate a medical problem.
What is a balance disorder?
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Your sense of balance depends on a continuous flow of information between your ears, eyes, tissues and brain. If something disrupts that flow of information, you get wrong information about the movements you make. The result is that you feel light-headed and lose your balance.
This is more common in the elderly than in young people. They may therefore have difficulty walking and may also fall more easily.
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What are symptoms of a balance disorder?
Balance problems can cause various complaints:
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What are the causes of a balance disorder?
Many people develop balance problems as they get older, although the problem can occur at any age. Often a balance disorder is a symptom of another condition.
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What is the treatment?
Balance disorders disappear by tackling the cause. Your doctor may also recommend a special form of physiotherapy with exercises and techniques that can help you manage your balance problems.
In addition, it is best to ensure that you limit stress and tension as much as possible. Make sure you get enough sleep and exercise. Finally, avoid caffeine, nicotine and alcohol.
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Last updated: September 2023
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