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vertigo comes from the inner ear and is Assessment: to realign the dislodged crystals.
No Bones About It called Benign Paroxysmal Positional Your physiotherapist will take a full The physiotherapist may also explore
musculoskeletal techniques to address
Physio Talk! Vertigo (BPPV). Small crystals in your subjective history and perform a issues with the head, neck, and shoulder,
inner ear become dislodged into the physical exam. Part of the exam will
fluid-filled semicircular canals. As these include the Dix-Hallpike maneuver and will provide education on self-
canals are sensitive to gravity, changes which involves moving the client from management of BPPV.
Kristen MacDonell, in head position can cause the inner ear sitting to lying down with their head In some cases, they may also prescribe
MScPT, HBKin to send the wrong messages to the brain, turned 45 degrees and extended. The Vestibular exercises. Vestibular
triggering the symptoms of vertigo. physiotherapist will observe for vertigo rehabilitation therapy includes a series
Kristen MacDonell, MScPT, HBKin, What Causes it? symptoms and nystagmus (involuntary of exercises designed to reduce dizziness
is a local registered Physiotherapist eye movement). The test is then repeated and improve the client’s balance. Head
and Owner of MacDonell Family Most cases of BPPV are idiopathic, on the other side to determine which ear motions, which are crucial in retraining
meaning they just come on without a the vestibular system, are included in
Physiotherapy. is the symptomatic side.
known cause; however, head injury, this therapy.
Spin Me Right ‘Round. Talking: vestibular disease, surgery, long periods Treatment: The frequency of visits is client
Vertigo positioned on your back, or trauma to If it is determined that you are dependent, but some symptom relief is
Vertigo is the feeling of uncontrolled the inner ear may also be contributors. experiencing BPPV, your physiotherapist often reported after the initial treatment.
will then perform the Epley maneuver.
spinning. Other symptoms that may be How Can Physiotherapy Help? This involves placing the client in a As everyone’s situation is unique, always
experienced include nausea, vomiting, Physiotherapy can be extremely effective sequence of specific, sustained positions consult a registered health professional
balance issues, ringing in your ears, in the identification and management of similar to the Dix-Hallpike in an attempt to help create a management plan that’s
headache, or motion sickness. Most often, BPPV. effective and safe for you!
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