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Vestibular rehabilitation is the diagnosis and treatment of vertigo or dizziness. An estimated 90 million Americans (42% of the current population) will experience dizziness at least once in their lifetime. Some patients may develop permanent balance problems which can lead to severe mobility limitations. Balance disorders are significant risk factors for falls, especially in elderly individuals. Falls have been estimated to be the leading cause of serious injury and death in persons older than 65 years. Falls also account for 50% of accidental deaths in the elderly, and 10% of these falls result in hospitalization. The projected annual direct costs of fall-related injuries will be $32 billion in the United States by the year 2020.