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1401 Ochsner Blvd. Suite A
Covington, Louisiana 70433
985-809-1111

STRONG LEGS BEAT WEAK EARS

strong legsAs we age, problems with balance become increasingly common. Who doesn’t know someone in their 70s who looks like they are teetering on the verge of a fall? The reason for this is usually a combination of factors. However, inner ear problems are a major factor in balance dysfunction and become increasingly common as we age.

Inner ear problems in younger age groups can make your life miserable. However, usually younger patients with inner ear balance problems do not fall. On the other hand, for older patients, inner ear balance problems are a common cause for falls. The most important reason why older patients fall and younger patients don’t? Strong legs.

Falls in the elderly are a huge cause of morbidity and mortality. Fractures of the long bones in the elderly, especially of the hip, result in prolonged period of immobility and an increased death rate. A recent Finnish study reported that among hip fractures in those over 65 years old, the death rate is 27.3 percent within the first year and 79 percent total mortality for the study duration.

In our practice, we see many older patients with balance problems, vertigo and dizziness. Our goal is not just to improve their inner ear balance function, but to improve their overall balance and prevent falls. What we recommend varies from non-medical treatments, medications and sometimes surgical treatments to attain this goal, depending on the individual case. However, one thing that we recommend to all patients is to walk every day in order to strengthen their legs. Strong legs will help keep them from falling, even when the inner ears are giving them problems.

Strong legs beat weak ears.

-As seen in Sophisticated Woman Magazine

What Our Patients Are Saying
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They have been great to work with and very helpful.
~Ken W.

Dr G. Is honest and feels like he cares. I been to many that didn't.
~Travis Powell

Dr. Gianoli quickly diagnosed balance and inner ear issues, feeling much better within 6 months of treatment.
~Rod M.

Great Doctor and Great experience. I highly recommend him and his staff as they really care about their patients.
~Tina Hymel

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1401 Ochsner Blvd.
Suite A
Covington, LA 70433
Phone: 985-809-1111
Fax: 985-809-1119

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