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by Brian W. Blakley (Author), Mary-Ellen Siegel (Author)
- When you turn your head suddenly, do you feel sick to your stomach?
- Do you often become dizzy when you get up too quickly from a chair?
- Have you ever felt a sense of motion when you're standing still?
- Identifies and explains the three types of dizziness: vertigo, imbalance, and fainting.
- Describes treatment options, from medication or surgery to therapy and rehabilitation.
- Outlines self-help options, including relaxation techniques, biofeedback, and exercise.
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- When you turn your head suddenly, do you feel sick to your stomach?
- Do you often become dizzy when you get up too quickly from a chair?
- Have you ever felt a sense of motion when you're standing still?
- Identifies and explains the three types of dizziness: vertigo, imbalance, and fainting.
- Describes treatment options, from medication or surgery to therapy and rehabilitation.
- Outlines self-help options, including relaxation techniques, biofeedback, and exercise.
Author Biography
Brian W. Blakley, M.D., Ph.D., is the director of the Dizziness Clinic at Wayne State University Medical Center. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the ear.
Mary-Ellen Siegel, M.S.W., is a lecturer in the Department of Community Medicine (Social Work) at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City. A psychotherapist in private practice, she is the author of several books on health, including The Cancer Patient's Handbook.
Number of Pages: 256
Dimensions: 0.61 x 8.34 x 5.37 IN
Publication Date: July 15, 1997
