Vertigo/Dizziness

Vertigo is a description or symptom that can include a sensation of spinning, dizziness or a feeling of “being off” or imbalanced. It often lasts for seconds to a minute when rolling over in bed, turning your head, or changing positions, but may also last for minutes to days depending on the cause.

typical causes:

There can be many causes of vertigo including infections, head injury, and stroke. Commonly, dizziness falls into the category of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), meaning temporary symptoms that are positionally dependent. This is often caused by inner ear or upper neck injury or dysfunction.

how physical therapy can help:

A thorough physical examination to determine the cause of vertigo will result in a specific intervention plan. By using specific movements to reposition inner ear crystals and exercises to address balance issues, a physical therapist can help resolve symptoms and restore normal function. In the case of cervicogenic dizziness (from the neck), physical therapists use manual therapy and exercise to restore spinal mobility and reduced sensitivity coupled with ergonomic and body mechanic education to restore full activity and reduce likelihood of recurrence.

The Surprising Connection Between Vertigo and Physical Therapy

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recommendations:

Because symptoms may result from different causes, it is recommended you consult a physical therapist or physician before starting a particular intervention.

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