Dizziness can be frustrating and, for some individuals, downright dangerous. If you’re a senior suffering from dizziness, know that you are not alone: about 25 percent of people over the age of 72 report periods of imbalance or unsteadiness. Several factors can contribute to the increased risk of dizziness as we get older, from muscle […]
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What Is BPPV?
Have you ever stood up too quickly and experienced an intense dizzy sensation, almost like you’re spinning? People suffering from vertigo know that feeling all too well. While there are several different causes of vertigo, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is one of the most common causes. BPPV causes brief episodes of mild to intense […]
What Causes Dizziness?
Whether you’re feeling faint, lightheaded, woozy, weak, disoriented, or unsteady, you might use the term dizziness to describe the sensation. Most of us have experienced a dizzy spell at one time or another, but when dizziness is persistent or chronic, it can be uncomfortable, unnerving, or even dangerous. Sometimes dizziness results from a simple activity, such as […]
What to Do If You Think You Have a Concussion
If you’ve recently suffered a blow to the head, either in an accident or a fall, you may be asking yourself, “Could I have a concussion?” Concussions can be minor, but they can also cause serious and potentially long-lasting complications. And although most people recover fully after a concussion, you should still treat concussion symptoms […]
Common Car Crash Injuries
A car crash is every motorist’s worst nightmare. After the shock of the moment passes, most drivers will stop to assess the damage. But while it’s easy to see if a car has a dented fender or a broken windshield, the injuries sustained by the human body can be harder to detect. As there’s a […]
What to Do If You’re Injured in a Car Accident
America’s roadways are often incredibly busy, and they can be dangerous too. While traffic usually seems to flow smoothly across the lanes of asphalt, it’s a sad fact that not every motorist manages to reach their destination without incident. Every year, roughly 3 million people in the United States are left with nonfatal injuries after […]
Mal de Debarquement Syndrome – What You Need to Know
When you spend time on a boat or cruise ship, your body and brain are forced to adjust to the constant movement. If they didn’t, you would fall over and crash into walls each time the ship bobbed to and fro. Some call this experience “getting your sea legs.” Fortunately, when you step back onto […]
How Long Does Whiplash Last?
If you’re suffering from whiplash – pain and stiffness caused by unnatural movement of the neck – you’re likely more than ready to be fully recovered. Not only is this condition painful, but also it can dramatically reduce your quality of life, making it difficult to work or spend time with loved ones. So, how […]
What Is Whiplash?
Although the human neck is flexible – allowing us to look down to the ground, up to the sky, and from side to side with ease – it shouldn’t suddenly snap from one direction to another. Nevertheless, this dangerous backward-forward motion sometimes occurs during car crashes and other unfortunate accidents, causing a painful condition known […]
How to Tell If You Have a Concussion
Did you recently suffer a bump or blow to the head? Perhaps you were involved in a car accident, fell down the stairs, or took part in a rowdy game of football? Any time that you hurt your head, even if you don’t lose consciousness, it’s important to consider the possibility of a concussion. A concussion […]
BINGO!
Exercising each day is an important part in staying healthy. This is especially true for people with concussions, migraines, and vesibular disorders. But staying active in Minnesota during the winter months isn’t easy. That is why NDBC has created the BINGO challenge! The Challenge: We created two BINGO cards; 1) of different walking locations in […]
Noise Induced Hearing Loss
Noise induced hearing loss is the most common cause of hearing loss and the ONLY preventable type of hearing loss. Noise induced hearing loss can occur from a variety of environments like factory work, construction work, yard work, firearm use, and even concerts. Some types of noise induced hearing loss only cause a temporary hearing […]
Staying steady at the State Fair
It’s that time again – the Great Minnesota Get-Together is here! Are you ready for fried foods of all kinds, award-winning arts and crafts projects, farm animals, music and more? The State Fair can be tons of fun, but it also can be challenging to navigate the crowds if you have balance concerns. We have […]
The Dizzy Patient
I am a physical therapist who works in a specialty practice clinic treating vestibular disorders. It’s truly my passion to work with people who are dizzy, have vertigo, are feeling unsteady or experiencing falls. It can be a very isolating experience to feel these symptoms as they are invisible to your family and friends. I […]
What is Cerumen (Earwax)?
Cerumen, better known was earwax, is a naturally occurring secretion that originates from the outer third of your ear canal. It is a mixture of secretions from the sebaceous glands and skin. There are two types of ear wax, the wet type and the dry type. It is important to not use Q-tips to clean […]
Hearing Aids and Smartphones
Check out these step by step directions on how to pair your hearing aids to you smartphone!
Hearing Loss and Family Gatherings
The holidays are filled with joy and spending time with loved ones. But they can also be stressful for those who are hearing impaired. Read the tips below to make the most out of your holidays! Be your own self advocate. If you do not hear what someone said, don’t be afraid or too shy […]
How to interpret your Audiogram
What is an Audiogram? An Audiogram is the universal way to represent someone’s hearing in the form of letters and symbols. An O represents the right ear while an X represents the left ear. These Xs and Os represent air conduction thresholds. In other words, they represent the entire hearing mechanism from the ear canal, through the ear […]
4 Tips to a Less Stressed Thanksgiving
Hearing loss and family gatherings aren’t always a recipe for an enjoyable evening. Being smart and planning ahead can improve your chances for a less stressed, more pleasurable evening.
Winter is Coming!
What you can do to stay active, healthy, and prepared.
Vestibular Neuritis
Vestibular Neuritis is the second most common cause of dizziness and vertigo, due to a problem in the inner ear.
Recent Migraine Research
Recent research continues to help us better understand migraines, including how and why they occur and how to treat them. Below is a roundup of some of the latest findings along with links if you want to read more. A new study estimates about one quarter of people who have had dizziness or imbalance for […]
Concussion and Exercise- the right steps at the right time
After a concussion, guided exercise can help you feel better faster Thanks to increased attention to the dangers of concussions, more medical professionals are taking them seriously and advising rest. But how long do you need to rest? It’s extremely important to immediately stop any strenuous activity in the short term, right after a concussion, […]
Vestibular Therapy
Watch this video to learn more about Vestibular Therapy and how it helps decrease dizziness.
Did you know exercise can help with migraines?
In our clinics, we frequently work with patients who have vestibular migraines. These migraines can cause dizziness, nausea and imbalance, in addition to other common migraine symptoms, such as headaches and sensitivity to noise, light, odors and movement. While medication can be helpful, lifestyle factors also can play a big role. When we work with […]
Migraine Friendly State Fair Guild
Navigating the Minnesota State Fair on a migraine-friendly diet can be tricky business, what with all those cheese curds and hot dogs and yeast donuts at every turn. However, we came across a few items that look like they fit the bill. (Please note: This list of suggestions was generated based on online menu descriptions. […]
The good news about concussions
In the news, it’s common to hear scary things about concussions. But here’s some good news: Most concussions heal in 7-10 days. And those who don’t heal in that timeframe still can make excellent progress, but they may need some guidance to help the recovery go more smoothly.
4 Quick Questions to Check for Hearing Loss
If you are over 65 years of age, there is a 1 in 3 chance you may be experiencing hearing loss. How do you know if you are the one in three? Ask yourself these quick 4 questions: 1) How do you feel you hear in background noise, like a busy restaurant, or with multiple speakers, like […]
4 Common Hearing Loss Myths
NDBC Hearing Clinic’s Audiologist debunks the 4 most common hearing loss myths she hears from patients on a weekly basis. How many did you believe?
Fireworks and Hearing: What you need to know!
While many people worry that they will be burned by fireworks, it is important to note that hearing may be just as endangered. Just one fireworks exposure, close to a person’s ears, can cause irreversible damage with lifelong repercussions.
