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Chronobiology and vestibular dysfunction: Optimizing occupational therapy interventions through circadian rhythms

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Vestibular dysfunction affects balance, space and daily function resulting in cognitive, autonomic and sleep disturbances. Traditional occupational therapy (OT) interventions focus on balance retraining and sensory integration but emerging research highlights the role of circadian rhythms in vestibular processing. Circadian rhythms control neurotransmitter activity, hormone fluctuations and cortical excitability which affects postural stability and vestibular sensitivity throughout the day. Misalignment of these rhythms due to sleep disturbances or irregular light exposure can worsen vestibular dysfunction and hinder rehabilitation. Aligning OT interventions with natural biological rhythms may increase patient engagement, motor learning and functional independence. This paper explores the relationship between chronobiology and vestibular dysfunction, and time sensitive therapeutic strategies to optimise rehabilitation outcomes.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.17383045

Authors: Bakaraki, Myrto Patagia, Dourbois, Theofanis

Institution: University of West Attica

Language: English

Topic: Vestibular and auditory disorders

Subfield: Neurology

Field: Neuroscience

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7092369473

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