Certificate Course in Assessment & Management of Vertigo & Balance Disorders
Vertigo and balance disorders significantly impact an individual’s well being and daily functioning. The prevalence of dizziness among the general population is estimated to be over 5%. Studies suggest that approximately 20% of the population will experience dizziness and balance issues at some point in their lives. Vertigo and balance disorders can stem from diverse causes including inner ear dysfunction, neurological disorders or systemic conditions. The widespread nature of these issues underscores the importance of dedicated research, education and specialized training to effectively assess, diagnose and manage these conditions thereby improving the overall quality of life for those affected.
Embark on a journey of expertise in this area with our Certificate Course in Assessment and Management of Vertigo and Balance Disorders. This comprehensive program is meticulously designed to empower medical professionals with the specialized knowledge and skills required to navigate the intricate realm of vertigo and balance disorders. Delve into cutting-edge assessment techniques, diagnostic modalities and evidence- based management strategies guided by seasoned experts in the field through our hybrid learning course which integrates theoretical understanding with practical applications, ensuring that participants gain confidence in dealing with diverse challenges in the field of vestibular medicine.
Dr. Srinivas Dorosala who is adjunct faculty at Yenepoya (Deemed to be University),
and is a renowned specialist and innovator in the field of vertigo and
balance disorders and an acclaimed teacher. He holds a MS in ENT from JNMC, Belgaum. Apart from being a ENT Surgeon, he is a trained vestibular specialist. Over the last 12 years, he has worked at leading hospitals in India and abroad. He has published several papers in national and international journals and delivered lectures in a number of national conferences. His core area of strength lies in understanding technology and it’s possibilities and mapping the same to meet unmet medical needs in a cost effective and innovative manner.
Dr Srinivas Dorasala is leading faculty of all vertigo conferences across the world. He has trained and empowered more than 500+ ENT, Neurologist and audiologists.
– Internal faculty of Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Yenepoya Medical College, Mangalore
– Eminent external resource faculty from across the country
Participants of the Course will
I. Gain an in-depth understanding of the relevant applied anatomy and physiology of the vestibular system and its connections in relation to the diagnosis of various vestibular pathologies and the vestibular test battery.
II. Perform detailed clinical evaluation and diagnose vestibular disorders using the various maneuvers.
Ill. Explain the underlying principles, perform and interpret the results of the various components of the vestibular test battery which includes VNG, DVA, fHIT, craniocorpography, stabilometry and VEMP.Â
IV. Effectively manage vertigo and balance disorders by planning and implementing appropriate therapeutic strategies including repositioning maneuvers and pharmacotherapy.
V. Comprehend the principles of vestibular rehabilitation therapy and develop a customized plan for VRT addressing the specific balance disorder faced by individual patients
VI. Implement an effective mobility and fall prevention program for elderly
VII. Start and successfully run a vertigo and balance clinic
Week 1
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Anatomy
Gross orientation
Key points of semicircular canals
Hair cell morphology, topology and morphological polarisation
Nerve supply and blood supply
Brain stem anatomy
VOR Pathway
Extraocular muscles
Week 2
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Physiology
The angular VOR
The tilt VOR
The translational VOR
Core laws and principles
Concept of velocity storage
The neural integrator
Semicircular canal-otolith interactions
Cervical and vestibular interactions
Why should the eyes move?
Action potential and factors influencing nerve excitability
Week 3
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History
Vestibular Symptom
Non vestibular symptoms for the vestibular clinician
Diagnostic criteria of Barany Society for various disorders
SOSTONED approach for reaching a diagnosis
Week 4
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Clinical Examination
The physical examination techniques and interpretation for vestibular clinician
Pathophysiology of clinical vestibular syndromes
Nystagmus direction in peripheral vestibular disease
Nystagmus direction in central vestibular disorders
Week 5
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Positional Vertigo
Neuroanatomy of angular VOR pathways for all semicircular canals
Observed nystagmus patterns for each semicircular canal involvement
Positional tests and interpretation
Positional maneuvers
Week 6
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Videonystagmography
Technology and conventions
Tests and methods of performance
Nystagmus: How to describe
Ocular motors tests: Detailed performance and analysis
VOR suppression test
The clinical chair rotation test
Week 7
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Index cases
Cases contributed by leading vestibular practitioners in Neurotology from across the country.
History, Examination, Findings and Treatment protocols of key diagnoses
Pharmacotherapy
Week 8
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Rehabilitation
Pathophysiological basis
Assessment protocols
Physical rehabilitation
Instrumental rehabilitation
Week 9
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Rehabilitation
vHIT
Rotational Vestibular Assessment
VEMP
ECochG
Posturography
Caloric test
Week 10
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Eye movement neurology
Detailed considerations of saccades, pursuit, optokinetic, vergence and vestibular eye movements.
Hands On Module:
Date & Venue to be announced
Videonystagmography
vHIT
ECochG
VEMP
Dynamic Visual Acuity
Computerised Static Posturography
Craniocorpography
Positional tests
Radiology
Rehabilitation
The syndromic approach
Acute vertigo evaluation
Predominant complaint of difficulty in walking
Doctors who wish to gain expertise in the field of vestibular medicine.
I. MBBS
II. Postgraduate residents in ENT, General medicine, Geriatric medicine and Neurology
III. DLO
IV. MS/DNB (ENT)
V. OM (Neurology)
VI. MD (General medicine)
VII. MD (Geriatric medicine)
• Blended learning course
• 100 hours of instruction
• Online video lectures – 10 weeks
• Online mentored small group discussions including case based learning during weekends
• Hands-on session of 5 days at Yenepoya Medical College, Mangalore