DHI — Dizziness Handicap Inventory

Calculates the Dizziness Handicap Inventory (DHI) from 25 items across functional (9 items), emotional (9 items), and physical (7 items) subscales. Each item: Yes=4, Sometimes=2, No=0. Total 0–100; 0–30 mild handicap, 31–60 moderate, 61–100 severe vestibular handicap.

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Clinical Guidance

BMI is a screening measure of body size, not a direct measure of body fat. The standard WHO categories are underweight (<18.5), normal (18.5–24.9), overweight (25–29.9), and obese (≥30).

BMI can overestimate body fat in athletes with high muscle mass and underestimate it in older adults with low muscle mass. Interpret it alongside waist circumference and clinical context rather than as a standalone diagnosis.

⚕ Clinical Disclaimer: These calculators are for educational and reference purposes only. Always verify results with qualified clinical judgment and current clinical guidelines. Do not use as a sole basis for medical decisions.
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How It Works

Calculates the Dizziness Handicap Inventory (DHI) from 25 items across functional (9 items), emotional (9 items), and physical (7 items) subscales. Each item: Yes=4, Sometimes=2, No=0. Total 0–100; 0–30 mild handicap, 31–60 moderate, 61–100 severe vestibular handicap

Each component has a specific meaning:

  • 25 items across functional — The 25 items across functional recorded for the scenario being assessed.
  • Emotional — The emotional recorded for the scenario being assessed.
  • Physical subscales — The physical subscales recorded for the scenario being assessed.

Note: Interpret the dizziness handicap inventory result against the thresholds and context described above.

How to Use

Enter the 25 items across functional, emotional, physical subscales for the scenario you are assessing. Calculates the Dizziness Handicap Inventory (DHI) from 25 items across functional (9 items), emotional (9 items), and physical (7 items) subscales. Each item: Yes=4, Sometimes=2, No=0. Total 0–100; 0–30 mild handicap, 31–60 moderate, 61–100 severe vestibular handicap. Use the dizziness handicap inventory result to inform your calculation.

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