Case of Meniere's Disease Treated with Autogenic Training
Author Information
Author(s): Goto Fumiyuki, Nakai Kimiko, Kunihiro Takanobu, Ogawa Kaoru
Primary Institution: Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Hino Municipal Hospital
Hypothesis
Can autogenic training and cognitive behavior therapy effectively treat intractable Meniere's disease?
Conclusion
Autogenic training combined with cognitive behavior therapy can effectively treat patients with Meniere's disease who do not respond to conventional therapies.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient experienced significant improvement in symptoms after starting autogenic training.
- Psychotherapy was initiated after conventional treatments failed.
- The patient was free from vertigo and insomnia after treatment.
Takeaway
A man with a serious ear problem called Meniere's disease got better after learning a relaxation technique called autogenic training.
Methodology
The patient underwent psychological counseling and autogenic training over several sessions.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the subjective nature of self-reported outcomes.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
51-year-old male patient.
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