Vertigo

Vertigo is a sensation of spinning or dizziness, often due to a problem with the inner ear or vestibular system, which helps control balance. It can also result from factors like head injury, brain problems, medications, or migraines.

• Vertigo treatment depends on its cause, with many cases resolving on their own as the brain adapts to inner ear changes.
• Vestibular rehabilitation, a form of physical therapy, helps strengthen the vestibular system and may be recommended for recurring vertigo.
• Canalith repositioning manoeuvres, involving specific head and body movements, can alleviate vertigo associated with benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (a condition where small calcium particles become dislodged in the inner ear, causing brief episodes of dizziness or spinning sensations triggered by certain head movements)
• Medications may be prescribed to relieve symptoms like nausea, while antibiotics or steroids can address inflammation or infection-related vertigo. For Meniere's disease, diuretics may help reduce fluid buildup.
• Surgery may be necessary, particularly if vertigo stems from a serious underlying issue such as a tumour or brain injury. Treatment aims to alleviate symptoms and address underlying causes to improve balance and quality of life.