Effect of Vestibular Rehabilitation - a Randomized Controlled Trial

Effects of Vestibular Rehabilitation in the Treatment of Patients With Acute Vestibular Loss. - A Randomized Controlled Trial

The aim of this study is to assess if early supported vestibular rehabilitation can reduce dizziness and improve daily life activities in patients with acute vestibular injury.

The study question is: Does early supported vestibular rehabilitation have an additional effect on dizziness symptoms and daily life functions compared to standard treatment?

Inclusion Criteria:

• acute symptoms of dizziness, nausea and nystagmus
• diagnosed by videonystagmography (at least 25% reduced caloric response in one ear)
• age 18-70 years
• inclusion within one week after symptom debut

Exclusion Criteria:

• chronic dizziness
• psychiatric diagnosis that might interfere with participation