Waking up to a new day should be a refreshing experience, but for some, it’s marred by an unsettling sensation of dizziness and shakiness. These symptoms can be disconcerting, leaving those affected to wonder about their well-being as they start their day. Understanding the symptoms Common culprits Several factors can contribute to these symptoms. A…
Did you know that you have tiny crystals inside your ear? And that they play a huge role in helping you balance? If some of these crystals, called otoconia, or ear stones, become detached and flow into the inner ear, it can upset your sense of balance and cause vertigo.1 If that happens, the first…
“If she’s having this dizziness – the ceiling is turning around – I’m going around, as well, in the house, because I don’t know what to do.” Jack is talking about the challenges of living with someone who suffers from vertigo (You can listen to Abby’s story here). His partner Abby woke up one morning…
“I couldn’t walk straight, I was throwing up. At the hospital, the doctors thought I was drunk.” Werner is talking about his first ever attack of vertigo, which took him by complete surprise. (Listen to Werner’s story here). Understanding what is causing vertigo is crucial to effectively treating it. Vertigo is not a disease, but…