What is Cervicogenic Dizziness?
Cervicogenic dizziness is a type of dizziness that is caused by a problem in the neck (cervical spine). It is believed to be caused by irritation of the nerves in the neck that provide input to the balance system in the brain.
What are 6 of the Most Common Types of Migraines?
Migraines are not all the same. There are several different types of migraines that can each come with their own set of triggers. Below we’ve listed the most common types of migraines.
The Link Between Vertigo and Ear Infections
If you’ve ever experienced vertigo, you understand how disconcerting and uncomfortable it can be. Vertigo is a symptom that causes you to feel as though everything around you is moving or spinning and is associated with dizziness and spinning. For some people, vertigo makes it hard to complete everyday tasks.
Ways To Improve Balance & Prevent Falls
cause difficulties with standing and walking and put those affected at a higher risk of falling. Older adults especially are at a higher risk to have these types of issues that can lead to a fall. “According to the CDC, more than one third of adults 65 and older fall each year in the United States and 20% to 30% of people who fall suffer moderate to severe injuries. Physical therapists can help in risk reduction and prevention of falls.”
Treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is dizziness that results from a sudden, positional head movement that dislodges the calcium carbonate crystals in the utricle of the inner ear. These crystals end up in the semicircular canal of the inner ear and cause dizziness.