Vertigo & Balance
Restoring Balance And Stability
Vertigo & Balance
The Vertigo & Balance consultation is dedicated to the diagnosis, assessment and treatment of conditions related to dizziness, vertigo, instability and balance disorders.
Balance disorders may have different causes and can significantly impact quality of life, affecting mobility, safety, independence and overall wellbeing.
Restoring Balance And Stability
At Family Medical Centre & Antiaging Clinic, the Vertigo & Balance consultation is based on a specialised and integrated approach focused on identifying the cause of symptoms, assessing vestibular function and defining the most appropriate treatment plan.
Clinical assessment may include a detailed evaluation of symptoms, medical history, physical examination and specialised diagnostic tests related to the vestibular and balance systems.
What does the Vertigo & Balance consultation assess?
This consultation manages different balance and vestibular disorders, including:
Vertigo
Assessment of spinning sensations, imbalance or movement-related symptoms associated with the vestibular system.
Dizziness & Instability
Diagnosis of balance disorders and sensations of instability while walking or moving.
Benign Positional Vertigo
Diagnosis and treatment of vertigo episodes triggered by changes in head position.
Vestibular Disorders
Assessment of inner ear conditions affecting balance and spatial orientation.
Tinnitus & Hearing Changes
Management of symptoms associated with the vestibular and auditory systems.
Falls & Gait Disorders
Assessment of balance changes affecting mobility and increasing the risk of falls.
Specialised balance testing
The consultation may include specialised diagnostic tests for vestibular and balance assessment, including:
VNG — Videonystagmography
A test that evaluates vestibular system function through the analysis of eye movements.
vHIT — Video Head Impulse Test
Assessment of vestibular function through analysis of the vestibulo-ocular reflex.
Specialised diagnosis and quality of life
Correct identification of the cause of dizziness and balance disorders is essential to define the appropriate treatment and improve quality of life.
Specialised follow-up helps reduce symptoms, improve stability and promote greater safety and independence in daily activities.
An integrated and personalised approach
The Vertigo & Balance consultation works closely with specialties such as Otorhinolaryngology, Neurology and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, ensuring a multidisciplinary and patient-centred approach.
At Family Medical Centre & Antiaging Clinic, we are committed to specialised, close and personalised care focused on accurate diagnosis, functional recovery and improvement of quality of life.