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How do epley and sémont-toupet maneuvers compare in inducing liberatory signs?

In 2012, a study conducted by Toupet, et. al., aimed at identifying the most effective repositioning maneuvers for treating benign positional paroxysmal vertigo (BPPV), researchers compared the efficiency of the Epley (Ep) and Sémont-Toupet (ST) maneuvers. Additionally, the study evaluated the impact of postmaneuver restrictions on vertigo and dizziness, using an analog visual scale (VAS) for assessment. The study included 226 adult patients diagnosed with … Continue reading How do epley and sémont-toupet maneuvers compare in inducing liberatory signs?

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Can vestibular rehabilitation exercises revolutionize acute vertigo treatment?

Vertigo, a distressing sensation of dizziness and imbalance, often results from peripheral vestibular disorders. In a pioneering effort to address this issue, Alessandra R. Venosa, et. al.,(2007) conducted a prospective randomized trial aimed at assessing the efficacy of vestibular rehabilitation exercises during the initial stages of these disorders. The study, characterized by its rigorous design, enrolled a total of 87 patients who were experiencing acute … Continue reading Can vestibular rehabilitation exercises revolutionize acute vertigo treatment?

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