I went to the dizzy and balance clinic today for my first rehab. There wasn't really any rehab just a day of answering questions and taking balance tests. Out of a score of 24 my score was 11. Not good. I have to at least reach 19 to be considered someone who isn't at a risk for falling. I think that the score was so low because I was taking my time with certain tests involving turning quickly or looking from left to right or up or down. I know in the past these movements have been triggers for the Meniere's disease. As a matter of a fact when I got home I was a little lightheaded like an attack was going to happen.
Anyway the Technician that I am going to be working with gave me some exercises to do to strengthen my balance. I'll give them a try. I have another appointment in 2 weeks so we will see if that helps any.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
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Here in Amerika I had the first experience with OT for Meniere. I was pretty sceptic about it, but after 6 weeks (2 times a week) I felt the diffrence.
I did OT for 4 months and was feeling much better, and it's strange therapy, turning your head, lookin up and down,... and doing this untill I was so dizzy I wanted to sleep.
After the excercise I got a neck massage,... the therapist told me that after 10 years of trying to keep my head as stabil as possible, I really could use this.
Now, 6 months after starting, I still feel better and I know now what excercises can get me true minor episodes!
P.
Therapy really helped me too! And I know what you mean about having a sore neck.
thanks for the comment
David
I can relate to the comment about trying to keep your head as stable as possible - I think this is a natural reaction to impaired balance but one that is counterproductive as when you DO have to move your head suddenly or into a new position, your balance system is thrown and can lead you into an attack.
I do regular neck relaxation and mobility exercises that I am sure help. After some time doing these my neck is less sore, probably because it's stronger and more used to movement again.
Jeff,
You are right you can't keep your neck locked in one position. It does make your balance worse and the muscles in your neck will become very stiff.
thanks
David
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