Vertigo
Vertigo is the term given to the symptom of a feeling of movement. People who suffer vertigo often describe such things as spinning, tilting, rocking, swaying and falling. There are many different causes of vertigo, and it is important that a thorough assessment be performed to determine the factors involved in each individuals symptoms, so that an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management can be carried out.
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Physiotherapists trained in vestibular rehabilitation place important emphasis on correct diagnosis of the presenting symptoms of vertigo, and treat accordingly.
There are many known causes of vertigo, these can include:
- Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (known as BPPV). This involves approximately 25% cases of vertigo
- Vestibular neuritis
- Stroke
- Migraine
- Meniere’s disease
- Cervical dizziness
- Peripheral neuropathy