An episode of spinning or “vertigo” can have many different causes. In acute vestibulopathy, one side of the vestibular system suddenly loses function. This causes an event of sudden vertigo lasting hours to days, often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and imbalance that improve over days to weeks.
Often, a sudden loss of vestibular function like this is called vestibular neuritis or labyrinthitis, caused by a sudden viral infection or a vascular problem affecting the inner ear or the nerves connecting the vestibular system to the brain. We have special tests such as the video goggles exam and video head impulse test that can detect decreased or asymmetrical vestibular function, help us measure the severity of the problem, understand how patients are recovering, and prescribe appropriate exercises to help them recover. Exercises for someone with acute vestibulopathy involve training the brain to stabilize the eyes during head movements and retraining balance.
Dr. Greg Synnestevt, PT, DPT,
WWS Physical Therapy and Vestibular Rehabilitation
Doylestown, Pennsylvania
(215) 489-3234
Donna Janotka says
It’s meant so much knowing I have a place to go to help me with my BPPV. Greg and Amanda have been a tremendous help. Greg has also helped me with regular PT. Thank you!
Wendy says
Good Morning, Donna,
It was our pleasure to provide care and treatment for you with Physical Therapy and Vestibular Rehabilitation for your BPPV. It is our Mission to provide Healing, Function, Recovery and Health for our Patients. We wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!