As we observe Parkinson's Awareness Month this April, it's imperative to shed light on this intricate condition affecting millions worldwide. Let's delve into the intricacies of this condition: its...
In the realm of healthcare, it's not uncommon for a reputation to precede a facility. At North 49, our expertise in treating dizziness has become a hallmark of our practice. While we take pride in...
As we gracefully age, maintaining our independence becomes a priority, and one significant threat to that independence is the risk of falling. Falls are the leading cause of loss of independence...
Have you ever wondered why Lewis Carroll's "Alice in Wonderland" seems like such a trippy and surreal journey? Maybe even a little disturbing. Well, there's a fascinating theory that connects this...
Vitamin D, the "sunshine vitamin," plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health. Beyond its well-known role in bone health, emerging research suggests it may have a broader impact. This impact...
Have you ever heard of anyone getting BPPV from binge watching Netflix? We recently did and it was an interesting case. Usually our blogs are more on the technical side. We, however, thought that...
Do you or a patient of yours experience dizziness with coughing, loud sounds, or sudden altitude changes? If so, the symptoms maybe due to a perilymphatic fistula. Let’s cover the 5 W’s of what a...
Did you know that dizziness, headaches, and pain in the sinus region can be due to a binocular vision dysfunction (BVD)? There are several tests we can use to assess for this, but let's review one...
BPPV is the most common cause of dizziness across the lifespan. Fortunately with treatment it typically resolves within 1-3 sessions. Untreated, BPPV also has a 50% chance that it will resolve...