In general, there is not much you can do to prevent vestibular dysfunction. You can, however, take steps to avoid head injuries and ear infections, which sometimes cause inner-ear disorders. Many things can cause a head injury, but only a few safety precautions can go a long way, like always wearing your seatbelt in cars and always wearing a bike helmet when riding a bike. Frequent hand-washing is one of best ways to avoid an illness, such as a viral infection, that can lead to an ear infection.
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