Book description
Multiple etiologies and a lack of clinical evidence both contribute to
the challenges of diagnosing and treating dizziness and balance
disorders. These health-related complaints are common among the fastest
growing age group (75+). This text provides a dynamic introduction to
balance disorders and is the first of its kind to explore the clinical,
scientific, and economic demands of the field. Key features: -Covers the
full range of examination techniques to expand your scope of treatment
options -Provides an overview of all the clinical fundamentals: anatomy,
physiology, testing, and interpretation -Basic format designed for
beginners and students; it is perfect as a course book -Offers an
objective review of the rationale and cost-effectiveness of starting a
vestibular laboratory -Unique coverage of the business aspects, such as
necessary equipment, where to buy it, and how to build a successful and
profitable practice The cause and effect of vestibular and balance
disorders extend into a broad range of specialities, making proper
treatment more relevant and critical than ever. Highly instructional and
thorough, this book offers a complete overview of the field and is a
practical hands-on guide for beginners, as well as a useful reference
for audiologists, otolaryngologists, physical therapists, and
neurologists. "Concise, clearly written, and well referenced.
Clinical topics...are dispensed with brief, understandable explanations
and provide the reader an easy reference resource. For readers wanting a
broad, concise introductory text on vestibular disorders, the evaluation
and treatment of the topic for purposes of teaching or review, and/or an
introduction to the business aspects of practice focused on balance
disorders, this book is well suited for that purpose."--Head and
Neck_x000D_ _x000D_ "[An] excellent overview...a useful 'quick
read'...richly illustrated...a very important and thorough reference
section...particularly useful."--Otology & Neurotology Blue
Ridge Hearing and Balance Clinic, Bluefield, WV, USA
