Dizziness is the sensation of light-headedness, wooziness, or imbalance. It affects the sense organs, particularly the eyes and ears; therefore, it can occasionally cause fainting. Dizziness is not an illness but a symptom of numerous conditions.
Vertigo and disequilibrium may result in a sensation of dizziness, although these phrases refer to distinct symptoms. Vertigo can be described as a spinning sensation.
A migraine, medicines, and alcohol are major causes of dizziness. It may also be caused by a malfunction in the inner ear, responsible for regulating balance.
On many occasions, dizziness will be accompanied by vertigo. Benign positional vertigo is the main cause of vertigo and other vertigo-related conditions. Vertigo results in short-term dizziness, especially when you change from one position to the other.
Also, dizziness and vertigo can be a result of Meniere’s disease. The disease results in fluid accumulation in the ear, leading to hearing loss and tinnitus.
Acoustic neuroma is another key cause of dizziness and vertigo. It is a noncancerous tumor that mainly grows on the nerve that connects the brain and the inner ear.
There are also some other causes of dizziness, including;
Symptoms accompanied by dizziness or vertigo often last for a few hours and may come repeatedly. You will feel various sensations if you are suffering from dizziness or vertigo. These sensations include;
Tilting and swaying
The treatment of dizziness/vertigo highly emphasizes managing the causes. You can engage in home-based remedies, medication, or physiotherapy.
Drinking enough fluids can assist if dizziness is brought on by heavy exertion, heat, or dehydration.
This sort of physical treatment is intended to enhance the vestibular system. The vestibular system is responsible for transmitting information to the brain regarding head and body motions in relation to gravity.
If you frequently experience vertigo, vestibular rehabilitation may be suggested. It enables you to train your other organs to adapt to vertigo.
To treat BPPV, it is highly recommended to undergo a series of head and body movements. The movements are performed to transfer calcium deposits from the ear canal into a chamber within the inner ear.
The main purpose is to allow the calcium transferred to be absorbed into the body. During the surgery, when the canaliths move, you may likely experience vertigo. You can find a physical therapist who will take you through the movements safely and efficiently.
If you are suffering from dizziness/vertigo, you need to find an immediate solution to address the issue. When you leave the causes of dizziness unaddressed, they may develop to even severe conditions. In addition to other medical treatments, physiotherapy will be the best solution for dizziness/vertigo.
Our Brampton physiotherapists are well-educated and trained in the latest techniques and methods to provide you with a individualized exercise program. They undergo ongoing training and certification programs to further provide exceptional quality of care for each of our patients.
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