Search for dissertations about: "Vertigo"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 28 swedish dissertations containing the word Vertigo.

  2. 21. Physical activity and functional performance in Iranian 75-year-olds : a cross-sectional population study compared with a Swedish study

    Author : Zahra Mosallanezhad; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Old people;

    Abstract : Background: Population ageing is highly complex and varies with the context. For instance, people’s health can be influenced by behavioral and cultural factors and economic resources. Cross-national comparisons are helpful when exploring these factors. READ MORE

  4. 22. Idiopathic Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss in Sweden : Diagnostic Protocol and Treatment in Relation to Outcome

    Author : Ramesh Nosrati-Zarenoe; Elisabeth Hultcrantz; Stig Arlinger; Leif Hergils; Barbara Canlon; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Otorhinolaryngology; Otorhinolaryngologi;

    Abstract : Idiopathic Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss (ISSNHL) is a rapid loss of hearing caused by damage to the cochlea (inner ear) or auditory nerve. Spontaneous recovery has been seen in 32% - 81%. The incidence of the ISSNHL has been estimated to be between 5 and 20 per 100,000 per year. READ MORE

  5. 23. Whiplash injury : a clinical, radiographic and psychological investigation

    Author : Kurt Pettersson; Seppo Santavirta; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Cervical spine; whiplash injury; MRI; personality traits; steroid therapy; sagittal canal diameter; chronic symptoms;

    Abstract : Whiplash injury is a common and troublesome disorder and approximately 10-40 per cent of its victims develop chronic symptoms. The annual incidence is estimated at 1/1000 inhabitants and the prevalence at 1%. The cause of chronic symptoms after whiplash injury is still unknown and no effective treatment has been presented so far. READ MORE

  6. 24. Tinnitus in Patients with Sensorineural Hearing Loss : Management and Quality of Life

    Author : Reza Zarenoe; Torbjörn Ledin; Tomas Lunner; Hans Larsen; Linköpings universitet; []
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    Abstract : Approximately 15 % of Swedish people experience tinnitus, but only 2.4 % of them experience severe problems. Treatment modalities for tinnitus are varied, but the most common treatment model is counselling. READ MORE

  7. 25. Vestibular rehabilitation therapy in dizziness and disequilibrium

    Author : Ann-Sofi Kammerlind; Krister Brantberg; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : vestibular; dizziness; disequilibrium; SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP;

    Abstract : Dizziness and disequilibrium can be caused by several dysfunctions within the balance system, and are common symptoms especially in higher ages. The general aim of this thesis was to evaluate the effects of vestibular rehabilitation therapy in patients with dizziness and disequilibrium, and to examine the influence of age, vestibular function and psychological aspects on recovery. READ MORE