Balance-related disorders have been on the rise recently, which is why I believe it is important to give careful consideration to the specific problems raised by individuals suffering from balance disorders in their workplace. Balance disorders, whether in the form of vertigo or simply instability, are subjective symptoms and, as such, difficult to objectify, which makes it extremely difficult to assess the potential impact of the symptom on the worker’s ability to perform their duties. Furthermore, the performance of the vestibular system may be significantly impaired even in the absence of symptoms of illness.
