Vertigo is not a condition itself but a symptom of an underlying issue. It creates a sensation that you or your surroundings are moving or spinning, even when you are perfectly still. This feeling can be mild and brief or intense and long-lasting, affecting your balance and daily activities.
Common Causes of Vertigo
Vertigo can result from various medical conditions and disorders, including:
Inner Ear Disorders: The inner ear plays a crucial role in balance. Conditions like Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), Menieres disease, and vestibular neuritis can trigger vertigo.
Ear Infections: Viral or bacterial infections affecting the inner ear can lead to dizziness and imbalance.
Migraines: Some people experience vestibular migraines, which cause vertigo along with headaches, nausea, and light sensitivity.
Head or Neck Injuries: Trauma affecting the vestibular system in the inner ear can disrupt balance.
Neurological Disorders: Conditions like stroke or multiple sclerosis (MS) may cause vertigo as a symptom.
Managing and Treating Vertigo
At Advance Hearing Care Clinic, we offer expert diagnosis and personalized treatment plans for vertigo, including:
Vestibular rehabilitation therapy to retrain the balance system.
Medication options for underlying causes like infections or migraines.
Lifestyle adjustments to help manage and prevent vertigo episodes.