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Originally Posted by Mark in Idaho
Have you checked out this clinic in Minnesota?? http://www.minneapolisclinic.com/
My question is simple. If they learn something, what can they do to treat it?
Many concussion diagnostic tests are of little value because there is nothing that can be done to treat the abnormality discovered. |
An ENG/VNT can diagnose some problems with the vestibular system. These problems can be successfully addressed with physiotherapy.
It is not a concussion-specific test. Many people have problems with the vestibular system for reasons other than concussions.
If there's a problem with the otoliths, this can be diagnosed via Dix Hallpike and then treated with Epley maneuver. There's no need for Epley if the otoliths are where they should be.
It's bizarre that in Calgary there's such a long wait time. It's not a super high-tech apparatus. I'm in Quebec. I basically had my appointment within a week of my doctor submitting the referral, and it took about 45 minutes for a battery of tests including ENT/VNG.
I suggest you book a visit to La Belle Province Airmaster!