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Determinants of Access to Vestibular Healthcare Services in Tamil Nadu

Author(s) Mr. Sujjuri Alagendraraja Ramsankar, Adlin Dino Ramsankar, AltrinBeryl Rajasundar
Country India
Abstract Vestibular disorders are increasingly recognized as important public health concerns due to their impact on balance, mobility, functional independence, and quality of life. Despite advances in vestibular assessment and rehabilitation, access to specialized vestibular healthcare services remains inadequate in many regions of India, particularly in rural communities. The present study investigated determinants influencing access to vestibular healthcare services among adults residing in Tamil Nadu.
A descriptive cross-sectional survey design was adopted involving 300 adults from the districts of Vizhupuram, Ulundhurpet, Tiruchirappalli. Data were collected using the Vestibular Healthcare Access Barrier Scale (VHABS) developed for the study. Statistical analyses included descriptive statistics, Chi-square analysis, Independent Samples t-test, and regression analysis using IBM SPSS Statistics Version 26.0.
The findings revealed limited awareness regarding vestibular disorders, vestibular rehabilitation, and the role of audiologists in balance assessment and management. Geographic accessibility emerged as a major determinant influencing healthcare utilization, particularly among rural participants residing farther from tertiary healthcare facilities. Female participants experienced significantly greater socio-cultural and logistical barriers compared to males. Limited awareness regarding vestibular symptoms, rehabilitation options, and available healthcare facilities was consistently observed across demographic groups.
The study highlights the influence of socio-cultural, geographic, educational, and healthcare-system determinants on access to vestibular healthcare services in Tamil Nadu. Strengthening public awareness initiatives, decentralizing vestibular rehabilitation services, improving referral pathways, and integrating vestibular care within primary healthcare systems may facilitate early diagnosis and improve healthcare utilization among underserved populations.
Keywords Vestibular Disorders, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Healthcare Accessibility, Rural Health, Balance Disorders, Tamil Nadu
Field Sociology > Health
Published In Volume 8, Issue 3, May-June 2026
Published On 2026-06-02
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