Vertigo: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Vertigo is a condition that causes a spinning sensation or dizziness, often making you feel like the world around you is moving when it isn’t. This can significantly affect daily life, impacting balance, focus, and overall well-being. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and available treatment options is essential for finding relief and improving quality of life.

Causes of Vertigo

Vertigo is usually caused by issues in the inner ear, brain, or sensory pathways responsible for balance. Common causes include:

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): Triggered by changes in head position due to displaced crystals in the inner ear.
Vestibular Neuritis or Labyrinthitis: Viral or bacterial infections causing inflammation in the inner ear.
Ménière’s Disease: A chronic inner ear disorder characterised by fluid buildup, leading to dizzyness, hearing loss, and tinnitus.
Head or Neck Injuries: Trauma affecting the vestibular system, leading to balance problems.
Migraines: Some migraines can cause vertigo, even without a headache.

Symptoms of Vertigo

Symptoms can vary from mild to severe and may include:

Dizziness, tilting, swaying, feeling unbalanced or a spinning sensation (even when stationary)
Loss of balance or unsteadiness
Nausea and vomiting
Blurred vision or difficulty focusing

If these symptoms persist, seeking medical advice is crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Best Treatment Options

Treatment for vertigo depends on its cause. Some of the most effective approaches include:

1. Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT)

A physiotherapy-based program designed to improve balance, strengthen the vestibular system, and reduce dizziness.

2. Canalith Repositioning Maneuvers

Techniques like the Epley Maneuver help reposition displaced inner ear crystals, offering relief.

3. Medications

Short-term use of anti-nausea or anti-dizziness medications can provide relief from symptoms.

4. Lifestyle Adjustments

Staying hydrated, managing stress, avoiding sudden head movements, and reducing caffeine or alcohol intake can help prevent episodes.

5. Balance Training

Exercises focused on stability and movement coordination to reduce fall risk and improve confidence.

Take Action Now – Regain Your Balance

Living with vertigo can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. Our expert Physiotherapists specialise in diagnosing and treating vertigo with personalised care.

Book an appointment today to regain your balance and feel like yourself again. Take the first step toward recovery now!