{"id":11956,"date":"2023-02-22T15:16:16","date_gmt":"2023-02-22T14:16:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/balancebelt.net\/?page_id=11956"},"modified":"2023-04-12T14:22:25","modified_gmt":"2023-04-12T12:22:25","slug":"patient-journey","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/balancebelt.net\/en\/patient-journey\/","title":{"rendered":"Patient Journey"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t\t<div id=\"fws_6a11ea72738dd\"  data-column-margin=\"default\" data-midnight=\"dark\" data-top-percent=\"12%\" data-bottom-percent=\"16%\"  data-bg-mobile-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row full-width-section vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex vc_row-o-content-middle  top_padding_phone_8pct bottom_padding_phone_4pct\"  style=\"padding-top: calc(100vw * 0.12); padding-bottom: calc(100vw * 0.16); \"><div class=\"row-bg-wrap\" data-bg-animation=\"none\" data-bg-animation-delay=\"\" data-bg-overlay=\"false\"><div class=\"inner-wrap row-bg-layer using-image\" ><div class=\"row-bg viewport-desktop using-image\"  style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/balancebelt.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/BalanceBelt-Header2_logo.png); background-position: right center; background-repeat: no-repeat; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"nectar-shape-divider-wrap no-color \" style=\" height:250px;\"  data-height=\"250px\" data-front=\"\" data-style=\"waves\" data-position=\"bottom\" ><svg class=\"nectar-shape-divider\" aria-hidden=\"true\" fill=\"\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 300\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\"> <path d=\"M 1000 300 l 1 -230.29 c -217 -12.71 -300.47 129.15 -404 156.29 c -103 27 -174 -30 -257 -29 c -80 1 -130.09 37.07 -214 70 c -61.23 24 -108 15.61 -126 10.61 v 22.39 z\"><\/path> <\/svg><\/div><div class=\"row_col_wrap_12 col span_12 dark left\">\n\t<div  class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col no-extra-padding inherit_tablet inherit_phone \"  data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"vc_column-inner\" >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"fws_6a11ea7273c5b\" data-midnight=\"\" data-column-margin=\"default\" class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row inner_row vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex vc_row-o-content-middle\"  style=\"\"><div class=\"row-bg-wrap\"> <div class=\"row-bg\" ><\/div> <\/div><div class=\"row_col_wrap_12_inner col span_12  left\">\n\t<div  class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col child_column no-extra-padding inherit_tablet inherit_phone \"   data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"vc_column-inner\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h1 style=\"font-size: 60px;text-align: left\" class=\"vc_custom_heading\" >Patient Journey<\/h1><div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 15px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div><h3 style=\"text-align: left\" class=\"vc_custom_heading\" >Redefining your path to balance and freedom<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t<p>Learn how to get a balance assessment and a BalanceBelt trial here.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t<\/div> \n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"fws_6a11ea727427e\"  data-column-margin=\"default\" data-midnight=\"dark\" data-top-percent=\"9%\" data-bottom-percent=\"9%\"  class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row full-width-section  top_padding_tablet_8pct bottom_padding_tablet_8pct right_padding_phone_0px left_padding_phone_0px\"  style=\"padding-top: calc(100vw * 0.09); 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Many people experience the warning signs and symptoms of a balance disorder, but they are either misdiagnosed or do not recognise the symptoms. We know it can be challenging to find answers to your balance-related questions and to find a suitable solution.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">You or a close relative may be suffering from a severe balance disorder that you are unaware of or are unsure how to treat. Follow the steps below to better understand your condition and obtain a BalanceBelt. By the end, you will have taken steps towards your freedom and will be living your life to the fullest.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 25px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div> \n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"fws_6a11ea7274600\" data-midnight=\"\" data-column-margin=\"90px\" class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row inner_row\"  style=\"\"><div class=\"row-bg-wrap\"> <div class=\"row-bg\" ><\/div> <\/div><div class=\"row_col_wrap_12_inner col span_12  left\">\n\t<div  class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col child_column no-extra-padding top_margin_tablet_0px top_margin_phone_4pct inherit_tablet no-extra-padding_phone \"   data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"vc_column-inner\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"nectar_icon_wrap \" data-draw=\"true\" data-style=\"soft-bg\" data-padding=\"20px\" data-color=\"accent-color\" style=\"\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"nectar_icon\" ><span class=\"svg-icon-holder\" data-size=\"50\" data-animation-speed=\"slow\" data-animation=\"true\" data-animation-delay=\"\" data-color=\"accent-color\"><span><!-- Generator: Adobe Illustrator 16.0.0, SVG Export Plug-In . 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Get more information on balance disorders<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  wpb_animate_when_almost_visible wpb_fadeIn fadeIn\" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t<p>You can learn more about the various types of balance disorders now that you are aware that you or a close relative may have one.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more about bilateral vestibular loss or hypofunction and about the impact of the BalanceBelt through our resources:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Download our patient brochure <a href=\"https:\/\/balancebelt.net\/patient-information\/\"><u>here<\/u><\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Read the <a href=\"https:\/\/balancebelt.net\/balancebelt-stories\/\"><u>BalanceBelt stories<\/u><\/a>\u00a0to learn more about the BalanceBelt\u2019s positive impact on the daily lives of users and healthcare professionals.<\/li>\n<li>See the impact of the BalanceBelt for yourself in this video:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_video_widget wpb_content_element vc_clearfix   vc_video-aspect-ratio-169 vc_video-el-width-70 vc_video-align-center\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_video_wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"BalanceBelt  |  Testimonial video\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/705309498?h=8634e87446&amp;dnt=1&amp;app_id=122963\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  wpb_animate_when_almost_visible wpb_fadeIn fadeIn\" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t<h4>Types of severe balance disorders:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Severe or complete bilateral vestibular loss (BVL)<\/li>\n<li>Unilateral vestibular loss<\/li>\n<li>Bilateral vestibular hypofunction (BVH)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Causes of bilateral vestibular loss:<\/h4>\n<p>The most common causes of bilateral vestibular loss are unknown, though age-related neuronal and sensory hair cell loss are well-known. Other causes include genetics, meningitis, ototoxicity from gentamicin or aminoglycoside treatment, autoimmune inner ear disease, and rarer conditions.<\/p>\n<h4>Clinical indication for use of BalanceBelt:<\/h4>\n<p>In previous clinical studies, the BalanceBelt has demonstrated positive outcomes for patients with severe bilateral vestibular loss. We are currently taking part in clinical trials to research the use and efficacy for other conditions. Patients with other balance disorders may benefit from the BalanceBelt, depending on the severity of their condition and the presence of other comorbidities.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 25px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div> \n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"fws_6a11ea7275477\" data-midnight=\"\" data-column-margin=\"90px\" class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row inner_row\"  style=\"\"><div class=\"row-bg-wrap\"> <div class=\"row-bg\" ><\/div> <\/div><div class=\"row_col_wrap_12_inner col span_12  left\">\n\t<div  class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col child_column no-extra-padding top_margin_tablet_0px top_margin_phone_4pct inherit_tablet no-extra-padding_phone \"   data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"vc_column-inner\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"nectar_icon_wrap \" data-draw=\"true\" data-style=\"soft-bg\" data-padding=\"20px\" data-color=\"accent-color\" style=\"\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"nectar_icon\" ><span class=\"svg-icon-holder\" data-size=\"50\" data-animation-speed=\"slow\" data-animation=\"true\" data-animation-delay=\"\" data-color=\"accent-color\"><span><!-- Generator: Adobe Illustrator 16.0.0, SVG Export Plug-In . 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Taking action on your balance issue<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  wpb_animate_when_almost_visible wpb_fadeIn fadeIn\" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t<p>You now have a better understanding of balance disorders, their causes, symptoms, and potential treatments. Here is what you should do:<\/p>\n<p>Request a referral from your primary care physician to a Balance Clinic or your ENT doctor. They will help you get a screening, a physical exam, and a balance assessment. As part of the evaluation, you will take a few tests, including rotary chair testing, caloric testing, and vHIT test <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW138192226 BCX0\">(video <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW138192226 BCX0\">head<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW138192226 BCX0\">impuls<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW138192226 BCX0\">e<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW138192226 BCX0\"> test)<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>Remember to be patient and help your doctors, family and friends understand this condition. 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Results assessment and treatment<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  wpb_animate_when_almost_visible wpb_fadeIn fadeIn\" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element wpb_animate_when_almost_visible wpb_fadeIn fadeIn animated wpb_start_animation\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p>Healthcare professionals will evaluate the results of your balance test. Depending on your condition, you may require additional testing.<\/p>\n<p>Based on the outcome of your tests, you will obtain an official diagnosis. then, you together with your doctor can decide what type of treatment and management is best for you. Here, a vestibular specialist can inform you of the next steps to take and of your potential eligibility for a BalanceBelt trial. 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Trial and purchase of the BalanceBelt<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  wpb_animate_when_almost_visible wpb_fadeIn fadeIn\" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element wpb_animate_when_almost_visible wpb_fadeIn fadeIn animated wpb_start_animation\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p>Follow the next steps to get a 14-day trial and to purchase the BalanceBelt:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Please measure your waist size prior to the trial. This way, you will get a BalanceBelt that\u2019s the right size for you, ensuring proper body contact.<\/li>\n<li>You will be asked to fill out questionnaires about your current mobility status and daily activities at the balance clinic (including your balance history and potential falls). Instructions on how to use, calibrate, and charge the BalanceBelt will also be provided.<\/li>\n<li>You can now test the belt in the clinic, where you will be asked to complete specific tasks while wearing the belt under the supervision of your vestibular specialist.<\/li>\n<li>After ensuring that you are comfortable wearing the belt, you will borrow it for a two-week trial at home under normal everyday conditions, going about your daily activities, both indoors and outdoors. This ensures that your body will adjust to the feedback from the belt.<\/li>\n<li>You will return to the clinic in two weeks to analyse the results of your trial. Your clinician may ask you to repeat some tasks so that they can be compared to your previous performance. 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