According to a survey conducted by Abbott in 2017, the prevalence of dizziness is very high. Because of regular processing, the majority (67.5%) of the Abbott study respondents faced health problems - in every fourth case it is a problem of dizziness. Half of the respondents with dizziness encountered elderly relatives.
Most respondents are not looking for information about dizziness and do not consult a doctor, solving the problem of restlessness. One in four of those who consulted a doctor with a dizziness problem went to see a neurologist, although many preferred a consultation with a therapist, a lor or a cardiologist. In every fifth case of contacting a doctor, it was possible to alleviate the symptoms, but not to eliminate them; in 15% of cases the treatment did not bring results. Only 10% of respondents said that treatment prescribed by a doctor, eliminated dizziness.
Based on years of research, Abbott knows that people who are dizzy do not have enough information about this condition and how to treat it. In order to talk about this problem and provide assistance to residents of Russia, faced with the problem of vertigo, in 2017, in addition to the well-known resource Vertigo.ru, Abbott released a mobile application a: care Vertigo RU. The app contains a set of exercises for vestibular rehabilitation, such as vestibular gymnastics, which is an important part of the complex treatment of vertigo. Also on this site, patients suffering from dizziness, can choose a special diet that can significantly improve their overall well-being. Treatment of vertigo Vertigo treatment methods can include medical and physical therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy or surgery. Sometimes combined approaches are used It is important to remember that treatment is prescribed in accordance with the symptoms that are observed in the patient. Vertigo treatment depends on its cause Special vestibular exercises can be useful for patients with dizziness, helping them manage their condition in everyday life