Understand & manage
- BPPV causes brief spinning with particular head movements when inner-ear crystals move into the wrong canal. Other illnesses can also cause dizziness.
- A clinician should confirm BPPV, identify the affected side, and teach the appropriate repositioning maneuver. Epley is not a treatment for every cause of vertigo.
- Use the linked step-by-step guide only after instruction. Neck, back, vascular, or retinal problems may make home maneuvers unsafe. Have help nearby and avoid driving while dizzy.
When to get medical help
Call 911 for sudden vertigo with inability to walk, double vision, weakness, trouble speaking, or severe new headache. Do not try Epley first when stroke is possible.
Bring this question to your visit
Which ear is affected, and can you demonstrate the correct maneuver for me?
Education & translation notice
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