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PediatricIf your child has been diagnosed with a congenital hearing loss, they may also suffer from a vestibular deficit. The entire audio-vestibular system is critical for your child’s development. Vertigo attacks from Benign Paroxysmal Vertigo of Childhood (BPVC) will likely resolve by the age of eight. But be aware that the condition is migrainous, and may put your child at risk for developing another migrainous condition later in life.If your infant has been diagnosed with a vestibular disorder, be sure to find a healthcare professional trained in pediatric vestibular rehabilitation. One size does not fit all for balance interventions in the youngest of patients. Keeping track of your child’s first steps, words, and favorite toys is a fun part of being a new parent. But your relaying detailed observations of how your child behaves and plays can also aid a professional in diagnosing a potential balance disorder. The medications that can save a child’s life from an infection or cancer can also damage their hearing and balance organs. If your child is battling an illness like this, reach out to a hearing healthcare provider who can help manage oto- and vestibulo-toxicity during and after your child’s course of treatment. While an adult can easily report dizziness or vertigo, your toddler’s vestibular disorder might just manifest as difficulty balancing. Keep track of your child’s motor milestones and don’t be afraid to reach out to a professional if you suspect your child is having added trouble moving around. A hearing screening for your baby is a must. Hearing loss can disrupt a child’s language development, but congenital hearing loss is related to vestibular dysfunction that can also undermine early motor development. Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is much more common in adults than children. But head trauma can bring about the condition. Bilateral BPPV is not uncommon in active young people who have suffered concussions. Does your child suffer from Scoliosis? Conditions that affect posture often impact balance. Ask a provider about vestibular testing.Is your child one of the nearly 10% of American kids with ADHD? Touch base with your pediatrician about vestibular evaluation and therapy as a part of your management strategy. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can lead to postural instability and delayed motor development. Ask a provider if your child is a candidate for vestibular rehabilitation (VR).Gaze stabilization exercises are an important part of a child’s vestibular rehabilitation. Ask a therapist for creative ideas and materials that can keep your child focused while training. Has your child suffered a concussion? Treatment for dizziness after a concussion may require more than just time and rest. Ask a provider about testing for peripheral vestibular disorders. Vestibular and visual deficits are common after pediatric concussions. Balance and sight are important in the classroom. Make sure they are addressed in your child’s plan of care. Was your child dizzy after a hit to the head? Vestibular symptoms are unsettling and predict a longer recovery time after concussion. Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) goes untreated too often after trauma in the pediatric population. Does your child get motion-sick or have trouble reading in the car? If so, they are likely to suffer from vestibular symptoms should they suffer a concussion. ................
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