Factors Associated With Outcomes In Patients With Vestibular Symptoms Related To Traumatic Brain Injury

Abstract

Dizziness and imbalance are common symptoms following head injury that can continue for months or years in some individuals. Chronic dizziness is a serious health concern that can lead to increased fall risk, emotional and psychological distress, as well as work disability. Multiple causes of post-concussive dizziness can present a challenge to diagnosis, and obstacle to treatment. The Departments of Veterans Affairs and Defense (VA/DoD) developed clinical practice guidelines that outline recommendations for managing individuals with post-concussive dizziness, but it is unclear how these recommendations impact treatment for post-concussion dizziness/imbalance. In addition, some Veterans may seek care outside the VA or use alternative approaches to manage their post-concussive dizziness. The purpose of this study is to determine factors that contribute to successful outcomes of patients with concussion/blast-related dizziness.

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Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2019
Accession Number
AD1086486

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  • Faith Akin
  • Mary Jo V Pugh

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