Musculoskeletal Pain in Long-term Dizziness

Last updated: August 6, 2024
Sponsor: Western Norway University of Applied Sciences
Overall Status: Completed

Phase

N/A

Condition

Acute Pain

Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension)

Dizzy/fainting Spells

Treatment

Exergaming

Vestibular exercises combined with body awareness exercises and cognitive therapy

Clinical Study ID

NCT04241822
6849
  • Ages 18-67
  • All Genders
  • Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Study Summary

This project is aimed at patients with dizziness believed to be due to conditions in the balance organ in the inner ear (vestibular diseases). Dizziness can be bothersome and influence postural control negatively, and can cause secondary musculoskeletal disorders. Dizziness can also result in reduced work capacity. The purpose of the project is to strengthen the knowledge base regarding symptom burden, prognosis and treatment of prolonged dizziness. The hypothesis is that musculoskeletal pain at baseline is a prognostic factor for prolonged dizziness.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Patients referred to an otorhinolaryngological university clinic due to suspectedvestibular disorders (dizziness)

  • Patients must be bothered with dizziness at the time of consultation

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Patients uable to fill in questionnaires due language barriers

  • Patients not able to undergo diagnostic and testing procedures

  • Patients with vestibular Schwannoma

  • Patients with diving-related inner ear injuries

Study Design

Total Participants: 150
Treatment Group(s): 2
Primary Treatment: Exergaming
Phase:
Study Start date:
August 15, 2020
Estimated Completion Date:
June 30, 2024

Study Description

Patients referred to an tertiary otorhinolarynglogical clinic due to dizziness will be invited to participate in the study. The aims are to examine the prevalence, extent and distribution of musculoskeletal pain in patients with prolonged dizziness, and to investigate the associations between musculoskeletal pain, dizziness symptoms, psychological and physical function and health-related quality of life.

Furthermore, the aim is to monitor the natural course of the dizziness symptoms and functional status in these patients, and examine risk factors for prolonged disability after 6 and 12 months. The hypothesis is that muscle pain and distress at baseline may be independently associated with prolonged complaints at follow-up.

Finally, patients who still are dizzy and have pain after 12 months will be invited to participate in one of two group interventions a) modified vestibular rehabilitation and b) virtual reality / exergaming. The interventions will be feasibility studies with a pre-post design.

Connect with a study center

  • Haukeland University Hospital

    Bergen, 5020
    Norway

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