by Dr. Laura Wazen | Dec 31, 2014 | Balance
This is the time of year when one can reflect on our lives and the things we want to improve on for the upcoming year. Why not make it your goal to improve your balance? One way to decide if your balance needs improving is by having your balance tested....
by Dr. Laura Wazen | Dec 17, 2014 | Balance, BPPV
It’s that time a year for the annual trip to the Christmas tree lot. Last week I went with my family to find the perfect tree. We walked around and around each tree, trying to find the one that looked just right. We were tipping our head back to look at the...
by Dr. Laura Wazen | Nov 22, 2014 | Balance, Inner Ear Research
Labyrinthitis is a condition that affects the inner ear hearing and balance system. It is caused by an infection to the inner ear that can result in temporary or permanent damage to the inner ear. Symptoms associated with labyrinthitis include complaints of...
by Dr. Laura Wazen | Nov 10, 2014 | Balance
Basically, our brain relies on sensory input that tells it where our body is in space. Then the brain deciphers this information, and tells the joints and muscles what to do to maintain balance. Where does the brain get its sensory information from? The 3...
by Dr. Laura Wazen | Oct 23, 2014 | Balance, Inner Ear Research
In this self-portrait of Vincent van Gogh, we can look at it and see that he has his right ear bandaged, and without even knowing him, we can surmise that something is wrong with his ear. He has a bandage on his outer ear, and looking at the painting,...
by Dr. Laura Wazen | Sep 10, 2014 | Balance
Most people with balance problems want to avoid walking with a cane or rolling walker unless absolutely necessary. Even when necessary, many people refuse to use a cane because they are too proud or embarrassed for others to see them walking with one. The...
