I have written in the past about the relatively new meniett device. I have had people ask me if I had heard any thing positive about it. I did receive a couple of comments that were positive.
First a quick recap of what the meniett device does. The device fits in your ear and the air pressure that it delivers into the ear drum somehow reduces the fluid in the inner ear. This is supposed to help with the Meniere’s disease. I had a prescription for it but my insurance wouldn’t pay for so I really can’t make any judgments about it.
The first comment is from Nicki of Nicki of the peripheral view, a really good blog you should check out.
I have been using the meniett for 5 years. it has done wonders for me in controlling the vertigo. For example, while I was pregnant with my son, pre-meniett use, i had to leave work on disability because I was so sick. While I was pregnant with my daughter, after starting the meniett, I worked right up until the end of my pregnancy. The only times i would have vertigo would be when my tube came out of my ear which basically renders the meniett worthless. Once my tube was replaced, i would be fine again.
I am still using it now and although i am having major disequilibrium problems and am out of work once again, I credit the machine for keeping me from being sicker.
Another comment that I received about the meniett device comes from Mike P
I have been using the Meniett for about 4 months now. Between that and Usana supplements that I take I can honestly say I have never felt better. I have suffered with MD for about 5-6 years now, and during the last 4 months I have taken NO medication. This is comparison to taking diuretics, serf, lorazepam and countless other prescriptions during the last 6 years. I have been feeling a bit full in the ear and a bit light headed the last few days, but I think my ventilation tube in my ear is either plugged or fallen out. Off to my ENT tomorrow to find out. I would encourage anyone who can to try the Meniett!
Thanks Nicki and Mike!
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Sunday, May 2, 2010
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My name is Reid. I got the Meniette around 2 1/2 years ago. It is life or death for me. When I use my Meniette, I am vertigo free. I have to keep up on it though - if i miss a session, then I can get vertigo again. But when I use it regularly, it's a miracle, I do not get dizzy. I don't have to take any medications and I don't have to worry about eating a low-salt diet anymore. It was expensive, but they did a payment program with me and it was worth every penny.
Hi Reid
thanks for the comment
David
The Meniett's device has saved my life. I started using it about 8 years ago. I only use it once a day now, unless I've been bad and eaten things I shouldn't have. Having suffered with MD since the age of 13 (25 years in total) I can say there is no treatment out there better than the Menietts.
My insurance at the time said they would pay, I bought it, and sent in paperwork and was denied. I fought the insurance company with letters & phone calls and eventually they paid! My only expense now is replacing the battery ($50, on my second new one in 8 years) and the ear piece (bought a bag of them years ago, not sure how much but not expensive)
My advice...find the money if insurance won't cover. You'll find yourself again! Good luck!
I know the Meniett device has worked wonders for a lot of people, but please try it out for awhile before you commit to buying it. It didn't work at all for me.
My doctor's office lends the device out to patients so they can try it without making the investment, and I used it for three months before returning it. No help at all, unfortunately. I was really hoping it would do the trick.
Christina, I'm glad it's helped you so well. :)
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