Tag Archives: BPPV

Does osteoporosis make maneuvers less safe for BPPV?

The individual concerned about the impact of osteoporosis on vertigo exercises can rest assured that the half somersault maneuver can be adapted to their needs, with alternative positions and equipment such as the Omniax chair available. It’s crucial to avoid painful movements and abrupt actions, and professional guidance is recommended if there are concerns.

Ask the Doctor: Slow-to-resolve Horizontal canal BPPV (H-BPPV)

I recently had a few bouts of horizontal canal BPPV. A few log rolls and Gufonis took care of it, except this last one has been stubborn. It seems between positions one and two of the Gufoni (lying on the  good side, then turning the head to face the bed), the particles are not makingContinue reading “Ask the Doctor: Slow-to-resolve Horizontal canal BPPV (H-BPPV)”

Which ear, which vertigo diagnosis?

It can be hard to figure out which ear is the source of the vertigo you are experiencing.   It’s possible to do this if your vertigo has one of these characteristics: If you can set off the vertigo with movement, you can use the movement as a clue.  If the vertigo comes on when lyingContinue reading “Which ear, which vertigo diagnosis?”