{"id":11864,"date":"2022-11-17T13:16:04","date_gmt":"2022-11-17T12:16:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/balancebelt.net\/?page_id=11864"},"modified":"2025-08-26T19:43:42","modified_gmt":"2025-08-26T17:43:42","slug":"patient-information","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/balancebelt.net\/en\/patient-information\/","title":{"rendered":"Patient Information"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t\t
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BalanceBelt patient information<\/h1>
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Severe balance disorders go beyond feeling off-balance…\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t<\/div> \n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n\n\t
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More than six million people worldwide live with Bilateral Vestibular Loss (BVL) or Bilateral Vestibular Hypofunction (BVH). In both conditions, the balance organs in the inner ear fail to work properly, either partially or completely. As a result, patients experience symptoms such as dizziness, loss of balance, and blurred vision.<\/p>\n

These symptoms have far-reaching effects. Patients often struggle with everyday activities such as walking, shopping, or even standing still for longer periods. In particular, situations in the dark or on uneven ground make movement especially difficult. Because of this constant instability, many patients reduce their daily activities.<\/p>\n

However, when physical activity decreases, additional health problems may arise. People may lose fitness, gain weight, or develop heart and vascular issues. At the same time, the lack of independence can lead to social withdrawal. Many patients describe feelings of loneliness and frustration, while others experience anxiety or depression. Consequently, the overall quality of life declines significantly.<\/p>\n

Fortunately, new solutions are emerging. The BalanceBelt offers a non-invasive, wearable aid that provides haptic feedback (gentle vibrations) to signal body position. Because the brain processes these signals subconsciously, the wearer can adjust posture automatically and move more confidently. Patients report improvements in stability, greater independence, and the ability to return to activities they once thought were lost.<\/p>\n

For this reason, we have created a dedicated patient brochure. It explains severe balance disorders in clear language and provides practical information about how the BalanceBelt can help.<\/p>\n

Curious to know what steps to follow to get a balance assessment? Find out in our Patient Journey<\/a>.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Contact us<\/a> today and discover how the BalanceBelt can help you regain your freedom and independence.<\/h3>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n\n\t
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