Medication will not work unless it is taken1. This may sound obvious, yet every second patient is not taking his/her medication properly. But what does it mean to be adherent? Adherence is the degree to which a patient follows a doctor’s prescription2. As a patient suffering from vertigo, being adherent means having a chance to…
An episode of vertigo can last from seconds to weeks, depending on the associated conditions1. Indeed, the cause of vertigo plays a key role in how long an episode will last. Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) BPPV is the most common cause of vertigo. It is often described by patients as a spinning sensation produced…
Vertigo is not an independent disease. There are several disease and drug related side-effects that can cause vertigo1. This is why it is so important to consult a specialist in time: only a doctor can diagnose the true cause of vertigo and prescribe treatment. Most of the time, vertigo is triggered by conditions in the…
Vertigo as a symptom of dizziness Vertigo is a sensation of false movement, mostly described by patients as a sensation of spinning in the head but sometimes as tilting. Vertigo can be accompanied by imbalance, presyncope, and lightheadedness1. Presyncope means lightheadedness or the sense of impending collapse1. Because vertigo provokes a loss of balance, one…
Why should I exercise? Depending on the cause of vertigo, some exercises can be helpful to reduce vertigo events. For instance, if you have balance problems, you might consider doing balance exercises to improve your condition1. You need to determine what kind of exercises are suitable for you together with your doctor. Take one minute…
Vertigo is often described by patients as a false sense of rotational movement. Many patients who experience vertigo feel lost, frustrated, and confused1. There are two main types of vertigo2: Most patients experience peripheral vertigo. However, it is essential to consult doctor if one experiences vertigo. The doctor can assess if the patient has peripheral…