Vestibular Rehab & Balance Training (Hogan-Curran - Online)

Course overview

According to the Vestibular Disorders Association, over 90 million Americans age 17 and older, have experienced a dizziness or balance problem at some point in their lives. Almost 8 million people in the US have a problem with balance that has lasted over 3 months and 2.5 million report a chronic dizziness problem. With the large amount of baby boomers entering "retirement age", there is increased concern about falling. Most people over the age of 70 report some problem with dizziness and balance. Balance related falls account for more than one-half of the accidental deaths in the elderly. In addition, individuals with a diagnosed vestibular problem who also exhibit symptoms have an incidence of falling that is 12 times that of the general population. Overall, the cost of medical care for patients with balance disorders exceeds $1 billion per year in the US. Getting effective treatment is frequently complicated by the challenge of diagnosing the specific source of the problem and finding clinicians with the knowledge and experience to treat these problems. This interactive workshop will cover the anatomy, physiology and function of the vestibular system and the vestibular systems important role in balance and mobility. It is designed to give therapists and clinicians essential information needed to assess and treat uncomplicated vestibular dysfunction as well as incidence, diagnosis, and treatment of balance-related disorders. Participants will learn the various types of vestibular disorders, how they affect different populations and baseline clinical tools for appropriate evaluation and treatment strategies. Case studies and hands-on labs will be used to bring real world relevance.