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No wonder there is so little being done about Neuropathy!

Neuropathy | Last Active: Jul 14, 2021 | Replies (78)

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Hi @avmcbellar
I got nauseous when they evaluated the cause of my balance issues on an apparatus (I can’t remember the name for it). The testing was done at a Rehabilitation Hospital that treats brain injuries and those in severe accidents so it had specialized testing equipment. It was in 2014 and I was hooked up with straps like skydivers wear to jump, which kept me from falling. Then different moving scenes were played on a screen directly in front of my eyes while the floor tilted in different directions. It tested my proprioception and tested whether my balance problems were caused by my ears or eyes. It showed a lack of Proprioception. After I finished PT they used it again to show how much I had improved. It still made me nauseous. I don’t recall having trouble controlling head movement. I am still walking without a cane, but I have weak quads in my thighs from multiple conditions, so I have trouble getting up after squatting down, and I can’t walk very far because of it, but my balance is good.

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Thank you for your reply @njh. I didn’t go through any such test. Probably didn’t need to since my eye problem was obvious. I appreciate the information. My neuro ophthalmologist agreed with the double vision being a cause for my nausea. Only thing is we won’t know how much until the corrective surgery will be done. Oh well, one step at a time for me, lol. I am hoping the eye surgery will allow me to do more activities. I am so glad you conquered your balance issue. You are an inspiration! Being patient and determined certainly pays off. Do you continue with exercises to become stronger especially in your quads? Can PT recommend exercises for you to do? I was very active prior to my AVM. I want to do more exercises but my double vision and nausea prevents me. Good luck to you. I am sure you will find the way to walking longer distances.