THE ZB MASTOID OSCILLATION PROTOCOL (ZBMOP) IN MENIERE’S DISEASE
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Objective
The objectives of this study were to investigate the short term effect of this mastoid oscillation on true rotary vertigo, imbalance, tinnitus, aural fullness and hearing in Meniere’s disease patients.
Study Design and Setting
Twenty minutes of mastoid oscillation using the ZB Mastoid Oscillation Protocol (ZBMOP) was performed in thirteen patients.
Results and Conclusions
The immediate post vibration effect in all 10 classic Meniere’s disease patients was a decrease in fullness and a subjective improvement hearing, while only 66 % reported decreased tinnitus. Follow up at a mean of 3 months, showed no further vertigo in 80% and continued benefit in the fullness and subjective hearing in 50% of patients.
(Full paper submitted to American Academy of Otoaryngology for publication: December 2001)
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