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Introduction: Vestibular disorders occur in more than 35% of adults over 40 years. The incidence increases with age. An evident effect of vestibular dysfunction is dizziness. Patients with vestibular symptoms frequently complain about difficulties in cognitive skills (attention, memory, spatial location). Objective: To verify a possible relationship between the vestibular system and the cognitive system. Further, to examine whether physical exercising together with balance can impact positively on body balance and cognitive functions. Method: We made a literature search in July 2020 in the electronic databases. Relevant studies were identified by the criteria: papers in English, papers published between 2015 and 2020, keywords search by using the Boolean operator "AND": "vestibular system", "cognitive", "cognition", "balance training" and "exercise". Additional criteria for inclusion or exclusion: only original articles, experimental research with humans, articles that contribute to the understanding of concepts explored in the study, and articles with theoretical arguments that support or not the research. Results: Eight articles met the criteria and were considered eligible. Conclusion: The review suggests that body balance is causally involved in the performance of cognitive skills. Balance training by using physical exercise seems to be a promising intervention. It can be both a technique of cognitive intervention and improvement of corporal balance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article discusses postural instability associated with plantar pressure asymmetry and cognitive deficit in individuals with post-COVID-19 vestibulopathy. The study analyzed baropodometry and cognitive aspects in individuals with peripheral vestibular alterations who had COVID-19. The results showed that these individuals presented moderate symptoms of dizziness, attention and spatial orientation problems, asymmetry in plantar pressure between sides, and postural instability. These findings highlight the importance of evaluating and treating these functional deficits in post-COVID-19 patients. [Extracted from the article]

This article discusses the influence of the intensity and chronicity of vestibular complaints on the quality of life of individuals with vestibular dysfunction. The study was conducted with 100 participants, the majority of whom were women, with a median age of 42 years. Scales were used to assess the intensity of dizziness and its impact on quality of life. The results showed that individuals with higher intensity and chronicity of dizziness had higher scores on the Dizziness Handicap Inventory, indicating a more pronounced impact on quality of life. [Extracted from the article]

This article summarizes a study presented at the VII Brazilian Congress of Neurofunctional Physiotherapy on vestibular migraine and its impact on quality of life. Vestibular migraine is characterized by intense and prolonged dizziness, imbalance, and sensitivity to visual, auditory, and/or olfactory stimuli. The objective of the study was to evaluate the impact of dizziness on the quality of life of individuals with isolated vestibular migraine and those associated with peripheral vestibular disorders compared to other vestibular disorders. The results showed that individuals with vestibular migraine associated with peripheral vestibular disorders have a greater impact on quality of life compared to those with isolated vestibular migraine and other vestibular disorders. [Extracted from the article]

This article is a systematic review on the effectiveness of Vestibular Physiotherapy in childhood and adolescence. The study shows that vestibular system disorders are common in children, affecting about 15% of the child population. 1803 articles were analyzed, of which 10 were included in the review. One study demonstrated the effectiveness of the Pilates Method in postural control in children, while another evaluated the effectiveness of vestibular stimulation treatment in children with cerebral palsy. It is concluded that Vestibular Physiotherapy is effective in these age groups. [Extracted from the article]