Self-Reported Measures Have a Stronger Association With Dizziness-Related Handicap Compared With Physical Tests in Persons With Persistent Dizziness.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Associations between dizziness-related handicap and a variety of self-reported measures have been reported. However, research regarding associations between dizziness-related handicap and aspects of functioning that includes both physical tests and self-reported measures is scarce.

Objective

The purpose of the study was to describe the variations in signs and symptoms in people with persistent dizziness using physical tests and self-reported outcomes across three severity levels of the Dizziness Handicap Inventory (DHI) and investigate their associations with the DHI.

Method

Participants with persistent dizziness (n = 107) were included in this cross-sectional study. The participants underwent (1) physical tests (gait tests, grip strength, body flexi

SUBMITTER: Kristiansen L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9334819 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature