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Can rehabilitation programs improve recovery in acute vestibular disorders? A randomized trial

In 2009, a study conducted by R. Teggi and colleagues, the effectiveness of rehabilitation in patients recovering from acute vestibular disturbance was rigorously examined. The study, published in [Journal Name], aimed to evaluate the impact of a structured rehabilitation program on patients experiencing rotational vertigo episodes lasting several days. Forty patients who had been recently hospitalized due to acute vertigo were randomly assigned to either … Continue reading Can rehabilitation programs improve recovery in acute vestibular disorders? A randomized trial

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Can combined exercise training improve balance in older women and reduce fall risk?

The decline in lower-extremity strength poses a significant risk of falls in the elderly population. In 1993, Judge, et. al., study aimed to investigate the impact of a robust lower-extremity strengthening, walking, and postural control exercise program on single-stance balance in healthy older women, with the overarching goal of reducing the risk of falls and fall-related injuries. Among the 38 respondents, 21 women (aged 62 … Continue reading Can combined exercise training improve balance in older women and reduce fall risk?

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