Feeling Dizzy or Unsteady? Discover How a Balance Assessment in Harrogate Can Help You Regain Your Confidence & Stability
- Charlotte Matiba
- Oct 28
- 3 min read
If you have been feeling dizzy, lightheaded, or off-balance, you are not alone. Many people in Harrogate and the surrounding areas experience occasional or persistent balance problems, but often struggle to find the cause. At Horace Hearing, we understand how unsettling this can feel. Our balance assessments are designed to identify what is happening within your inner ear and vestibular system, helping you regain confidence and stability in everyday life.
Understanding Dizziness & Balance Problems
The sensation of dizziness can be difficult to describe. Some people feel as though the room is spinning, while others experience unsteadiness when walking or a floating sensation. These symptoms are often linked to the inner ear, which plays a crucial role in balance and spatial awareness.
Common causes include:
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): small crystals in the inner ear move into areas they should not be, disrupting balance signals.
Vestibular Neuritis: inflammation of the inner ear, often following a viral infection.
Meniere’s Disease: fluid build-up in the inner ear leading to vertigo, tinnitus, and hearing changes.
Medication side effects or age-related changes: these can affect how the brain interprets balance signals.
While occasional dizziness may pass quickly, frequent or severe episodes can interfere with your ability to drive, work, or even walk safely.
What Is a Balance Assessment?
A balance assessment is a specialist diagnostic test that evaluates how well your balance system is functioning. At Horace Hearing, our trained audiologists use advanced equipment to examine the connection between your ears, eyes, and brain.
What to Expect During Your Appointment
When you visit our Harrogate clinic for a balance assessment, you can expect a calm and professional experience:
Detailed Consultation: we begin by discussing your symptoms, medical history, and any previous diagnoses.
Hearing and Vestibular Tests: these may include video goggles to track eye movements, positional tests, and balance exercises to assess coordination.
Results and Explanation: our audiologists will clearly explain your results and outline next steps, whether that involves treatment in our clinic or onward referral to a medical specialist.
We ensure you feel informed and supported throughout, from initial consultation to post-assessment advice.
Why Choose Horace Hearing in Harrogate
Our approach is built on expertise, empathy, and experience.
Qualified Specialists: our lead audiologist, Charlotte Matiba, holds degrees in Audiology and Neuroscience, bringing over ten years of clinical experience.
Independent Advice: we are not tied to any manufacturer or clinic group, ensuring you receive unbiased recommendations.
Modern Technology: our equipment allows precise, comfortable, and safe assessment of balance function.
Local and Trusted: based in Harrogate and serving nearby areas such as Leeds and Knaresborough, we are proud to support our local community.
Flexible Appointments: including same-day availability for urgent cases.
Our goal is to help you find answers quickly and take control of your balance health.
What Happens After a Balance Assessment
After your assessment, we will discuss the findings with you in detail. Depending on the results, your next steps may include:
Vestibular Rehabilitation: exercises that help retrain your balance system.
Epley or Semont Manoeuvre: specific movements to reposition crystals in the ear for BPPV.
Medical Referral: if another condition is suspected, we may recommend seeing an ENT specialist or neurologist.
Hearing Support: if hearing loss accompanies dizziness, our team can guide you through treatment or hearing aid options.
Our team always focuses on providing clear, actionable advice rather than overwhelming technical detail.
When to Book a Balance Assessment
It may be time to schedule a professional balance assessment if you experience:
Frequent dizziness, vertigo, or spinning sensations.
Sudden loss of balance when standing or walking.
Difficulty focusing or feeling disoriented in busy environments.
A history of ear infections or head injuries.
Combined symptoms such as tinnitus or hearing loss.
Ignoring balance symptoms can increase the risk of falls and impact your overall confidence. Early diagnosis is key to effective treatment and peace of mind.
Local Experience, Lasting Results
At Horace Hearing, every patient receives a personalised approach. We have built strong relationships across the Harrogate and Leeds areas through word-of-mouth recommendations and consistent five-star reviews on Doctify. Our patients value our honesty, professionalism, and the time we take to listen.
Our clinics follow the highest care standards, and we are accredited to deliver advanced audiological assessments safely and ethically.
Regain Your Balance with Horace Hearing
If dizziness is affecting your quality of life, you do not have to keep wondering why. A balance assessment can reveal what is happening and open the door to effective solutions.
Call 01423 601130 or email info@horacehearing.co.uk to arrange your consultation.
