What causes vertigo/dizziness or balance disorders?
A variety of conditions may cause vertigo/dizziness or balance disorders. Some of these causes are listed below: • BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo): This is the most common cause of vertigo. In this condition, particles from the inner ear become dislodged into ear canals. There is an 85% success rate in treating BPPV. • Vestibular Hypofunction: In this condition, the vestibular system (inner ear) is not working properly. There are different causes. Therapy is usually a good option. • Stroke: Depending on severity and area affected, therapy may be an option. • Head Trauma: Depending on the severity and area of trauma, therapy may be an option. • Meneire’s Disease: Treatment usually involves medication, diet modification and/or surgery. What is the treatment? Treatment may include: • Balance Training: Exercises to increase your balance. • Eye Reflex Training: Such as watching objects move. • Habituation Exercises: This includes doing the activity that produces your dizziness,
