BPPV is related to the inner ear and occurs when tiny calcium particles (canaliths) clump up in canals of the inner ear. The inner ear sends signals to the brain about head and body movements relative to gravity. When these particles move to areas in the ear where they shouldn’t be, they can interfere with the fluid movement that the ear uses to sense balance, thus causing vertigo.
The Epley maneuver and the Semont maneuver are common procedures used to treat BPPV. These maneuvers involve sequential movements of the head into specific positions, aiming to move the dislodged canaliths to a part of the ear where they won’t cause vertigo.
These are a series of movements you can do at home that may help relieve vertigo symptoms. They involve sitting upright, lying down on one side until vertigo ceases, sitting up, and then lying down on the other side.
Providing information about BPPV, including potential triggers and how to manage symptoms if they recur.
If symptoms persist, the maneuvers can be repeated, and in rare cases where these treatments are not effective, other interventions may be explored.
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