by David | Jun 30, 2022 | Blogs, BPPV, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Kimberley Bell, DPT, Normal Aging, Physical Therapy, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Vestibular Rehabilitation
As a Vestibular PT (Physical Therapist), I can say vestibular physical therapy for Ménière’s Disease cannot help during an attack or prevent you from having a future attack of Ménière’s. Treatment of Meniere’s Disease...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Apr 30, 2022 | Blogs, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Geriatric Fall Prevention, Kimberley Bell, DPT, Normal Aging, Physical Therapy, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Walking Stability
Cardiovascular Disease and Vertigo: Is there a Link? People with underlying cardiovascular disease may experience symptoms of dizziness while sitting still and/or with activity. Often times we find that there is a link between cardiovascular disease and vertigo. This...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Mar 30, 2022 | Blogs, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Geriatric Fall Prevention, Kimberley Bell, DPT, Preventing Falls, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Walking Stability
Depression and Dizziness: What is the Link? In this article, I discuss how depression and dizziness can be related. Depression can Contribute to Dizziness and Imbalance Patients who are experiencing depression may present with self-neglect and may fail to take...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Jan 31, 2022 | Blogs, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, FAQs, Fear of Falling, Geriatric Fall Prevention, Incontinence, Kimberley Bell, DPT, Normal Aging, Physical Therapy, Preventing Falls, The Bell Method, Walking Stability
In my experience, there are five specific ways that bladder problems cause dizziness. Purposeful Dehydration When people have bladder control problems, they do not drink enough water. Purposeful dehydration can help them avoid embarrassing accidents. This makes sense!...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Dec 30, 2021 | Blogs, BPPV, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Dizziness Lying Down, Dizziness Rolling Over, FAQs, Kimberley Bell, DPT, Physical Therapy, Preventing Falls, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Walking Stability
Dental vertigo is a common complaint among my patients. Many of my patients experienced vertigo at or after the dentist. In this article, I will share five causes of dental vertigo. 1. Neck When you are reclined in the dental chair with your head turned to the side,...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Nov 30, 2021 | Blogs, Clinical Practice, Fear of Falling, Geriatric Fall Prevention, Incontinence, Kimberley Bell, DPT, Normal Aging, Physical Therapy, Preventing Falls, Shuffling Feet, The Bell Method, Walking Stability
Statistics of Falling: How Many Older Adults Report a Fall Each Year? The statistics of falling down say that about one out of every 4 older adults are recording a fall once a year. They may or may not have to seek medical care. That statistic of falling came from a...
