Medical Disclaimer
Important information about our assessment tools
The Dizziness Handicap Inventory (DHI), Vestibular Activities of Daily Living Scale (VADL), Tinnitus Handicap Inventory (THI), and PHQ-9 Depression Screener calculators provided on this website are educational tools based on validated clinical assessment instruments. However, they are:
- • NOT diagnostic tools - They cannot diagnose medical conditions
- • NOT treatment recommendations - They do not provide medical treatment advice
- • NOT replacements for clinical evaluation - Professional assessment is required for medical decisions
- • NOT suitable for emergency situations - Seek immediate medical care for urgent symptoms
You should consult with qualified healthcare professionals if you experience:
Dizziness/Balance Issues:
- • Sudden onset of severe dizziness
- • Dizziness with hearing loss
- • Balance problems affecting daily activities
- • Dizziness with headache or vision changes
- • Falls or near-falls due to dizziness
Mental Health Concerns:
- • Thoughts of self-harm or suicide
- • Persistent feelings of depression
- • Anxiety interfering with daily life
- • Significant changes in mood or behavior
- • Substance use concerns
• Sudden severe dizziness with chest pain, shortness of breath, or weakness
• Dizziness with severe headache, confusion, or difficulty speaking
• Thoughts of harming yourself or others
• Any life-threatening emergency
Crisis Resources:
- • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
- • Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- • Emergency Services: 911
While our assessment tools are based on validated clinical instruments, they have important limitations:
Screening Tools Only
These tools are designed for screening and self-assessment purposes. They help identify potential areas of concern but cannot provide definitive diagnoses or treatment recommendations.
Individual Variation
Results may vary based on individual circumstances, current health status, medications, and other factors that only a healthcare professional can properly evaluate.
Not Comprehensive
Our tools assess specific aspects of symptoms but do not provide a complete clinical evaluation. Professional assessment includes physical examination, medical history, and additional testing as needed.
✅ Appropriate Uses:
- • Tracking your symptoms over time
- • Preparing for healthcare appointments
- • Communicating symptom severity to providers
- • Educational and awareness purposes
- • Monitoring changes during treatment
❌ Inappropriate Uses:
- • Making medical diagnoses
- • Deciding on treatment options
- • Stopping or starting medications
- • Avoiding professional medical care
- • Providing medical advice to others
We strongly encourage you to share your assessment results with qualified healthcare providers, including:
- • Primary care physicians
- • Audiologists
- • ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) specialists
- • Neurologists
- • Physical therapists specializing in vestibular rehabilitation
- • Mental health professionals (for PHQ-9 results)
We provide these tools "as is" without any warranty or guarantee of accuracy, completeness, or fitness for any particular purpose. We are not liable for any decisions made based on the results of these assessments. All medical decisions should be made in consultation with qualified healthcare professionals.
If you have questions about this disclaimer or our assessment tools, please contact us. However, we cannot provide medical advice or interpret your results.
For medical questions or concerns about your symptoms, please consult with qualified healthcare professionals.