Dizziness is a common symptom that can affect people of all ages and backgrounds. Dizziness can be caused by a variety of factors, from illness and injury to medication and dehydration, as well as anxiety or inner ear issues. While it can be a scary sensation, dizziness comes in many forms, including feeling light-headed, weak, faint, or unsteady. But with the right treatment, you can banish those dizzy spells and get back to feeling your best! If you experience the feeling of spinning inside your head or the world around you spinning or moving, then you may be experiencing vertigo.
What Causes Dizziness and Vertigo? A Comprehensive Guide
Vertigo
Disturbances in the inner ear cause vertigo, which is a type of dizziness. Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is a specific type of vertigo. BPPV is a common condition that usually presents as a feeling of spinning, especially with rapid head motions like turning over in bed, bending down, sitting up, or turning your head to look at traffic. It consists of brief episodes of mild to severe symptoms and can include nausea.
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): Understanding and Treating the Spinning Sensation
Crystals in the inner ear being in the wrong place and stimulating nerves are typically the cause of BPPV, resulting in the sensation of movement in your system. If you experience dizziness, it’s important to take steps to manage your symptoms while seeking treatment.
5 Tips to Manage Dizziness While Seeking Treatment
- Avoid quick head movements
- Always sit for a minute at the side of your bed before you get up
- Focus your eyes on a stationary object while waiting for the dizziness to subside
- Sleep on your back elevated 30 degrees
- Stay hydrated
How Can Physical Therapy Help with Dizziness and BPPV?
Physical therapy can help treat BPPV and dizziness by restoring the normal function of the inner ear through positional treatments and exercises. While online and self-home treatments are widely available, it’s crucial to see a qualified specialist to ensure the identification of the correct canal and execution of the treatment maneuvers in the correct positions.
Meet Sharon Bannon, a skilled physical therapist who specializes in treating dizziness, vertigo, and BPPV. In this video, she demonstrates some of the tests and exercises that can help restore the normal function of the inner ear and alleviate symptoms of dizziness. With her expertise and guidance, you can learn how to manage your symptoms and regain your balance and quality of life.
Watch the video to see how Sharon demonstrates some of the exercises.
Signs You May Have a Balance Problem and How to Address It
Feeling off balance can be a real bummer, but don’t worry; everyone experiences it now and then. However, the word ‘dizziness’ can mean different things to different people.
For some, it might just be a brief moment of feeling like the world is spinning. But for others, falling and suffering serious injuries could be a real hazard.
But don’t fret; there are solutions to help you regain your balance and get back to feeling like your best self.
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If you’re in pain and would like to talk to us about getting some help or some specialist advice, or if you are looking for a diagnosis, remember we are always here to help you.
Do you know someone with balance issues, vertigo, or dizziness? We would love to help them live a pain-free life too.
That person could be someone who you live with, work with, or an extended friend or family member who is maybe suffering from some kind of ache or pain that we can fix. It might even be someone you enjoy exercising with.
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