Dizziness, also known as vertigo called, is an annoying and sometimes frightening feeling where you feel like the world is spinning around you. This is often caused by a problem in the balance organ, such as BPPV, inflammation or neck complaintsFortunately, physiotherapy can help address the cause of your complaints and balance and stability to improve.
But How exactly does vertigo develop, what are the causes and how can physiotherapy help? In this blog you can read all about vertigo and the best treatments.
What is vertigo?
Vertigo is a specific form of dizziness where you feel like everything is spinning around you, even when you're standing still. This can be accompanied by:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Problems with balance and coordination
- Sweating and feeling light-headed
- Difficulty focusing
It is usually caused by a disturbance in the equilibrium organ, which is located in the inner ear. But problems in the neck or blood circulation can also play a role.
How does vertigo develop?
There are several causes that can cause dizzinessThe most common ones are:
1. BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo)
One of the most common causes of vertigo is BPPVThis causes small crystals in the inner ear to become dislodged, disrupting your balance. This causes short but intense attacks of dizziness, especially with sudden head movements, such as standing up or turning over in bed.
2. Vestibular neuritis (inflammation of the balance organ)
This is an inflammation of the balance nerve, often caused by a virus. This causes balance signals to be improperly transmitted to the brain, leading to prolonged dizziness and nausea.
3. Meniere's disease
In Meniere's disease, too much fluid builds up in the inner ear, causing dizziness, hearing loss and tinnitusThe attacks can last from minutes to hours.
4. Neck pain and muscle tension
Tension in the neck muscles or incorrect posture can lead to reduced blood flow and a disturbed balance, which causes dizziness.
5. Circulatory problems
Low blood pressure, heart problems, or poor blood flow to the brain can also cause dizziness. This often occurs when standing up too quickly or sitting still for a long time.
How does physiotherapy help with vertigo?
Vertigo can be very limiting in daily life. Fortunately, physiotherapy help to restore your balance and reduce dizziness.
โ Treatment for BPPV
In case of BPPV, the Epley maneuverA specific series of head movements that repositions the loosened crystals in the inner ear. This can often resolve your symptoms within a few treatments.
โ Balance exercises and vestibular rehabilitation
For other forms of vertigo, a physiotherapist can help balance and stability exercisesThis helps your brain learn to deal with the disrupted signals, reducing dizziness.
โ Posture and neck therapy
If neck pain is the cause of your dizziness, physiotherapy can help muscle relaxation techniques, mobilizations and exercises to improve your posture and circulation.
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