{"id":191,"date":"2022-01-06T21:47:38","date_gmt":"2022-01-07T04:47:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hearsantafe.fm1.dev\/audiologist\/bppv\/"},"modified":"2022-11-03T17:16:44","modified_gmt":"2022-11-03T23:16:44","slug":"bppv","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/hearsantafe.com\/balance-doctor\/bppv\/","title":{"rendered":"BPPV"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What is BPPV?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, commonly referred to as BPPV, is a vestibular disorder that causes vertigo. It occurs when calcium deposits in the inner ear become dislodged from the otolithic membrane and settle in the semicircular canals. Any change in the position of the head causes these tiny crystals to shift, triggering dizziness. \"\n    }\n  }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What Causes BPPV? \",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"It isn\u2019t always known what causes these calcium deposits to break loose, though this is commonly the result of a head injury, inner ear infection, damage from ear surgery or prolonged back position associated with bed rest. Migraines might also play a role. Older patients are susceptible to degeneration of the otolithic membrane related to normal aging.\"\n    }\n  }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What Are the Symptoms of BPPV?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"BPPV is the most common cause of vertigo. The episodes of vertigo may be severe, but usually lasts for less than a minute. Other symptoms include dizziness or lightheadedness, loss of balance, blurred vision, nausea, vomiting and concentration difficulties.\"\n    }\n }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"How Is BPPV Diagnosed?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"If you are experiencing dizziness and unexplained episodes of vertigo, your doctor will administer tests to determine what is causing your symptoms. A diagnostic physical exam evaluates eye movements in response to specific head movements. Additional testing such as electronystagmography (ENG) and videonystagmography (VNG) may be used to detect abnormal eye movement; an ENG utilizes electrodes, while the VNG test relies on small cameras. \"\n    }\n}, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"How is BPPV Treated?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Fortunately, BPPV is one of the more easily treatable disorders. The standard approach involves a pattern of head movements used to move the calcium particle from the semicircular canal back to the utricle. Called the Canalith Repositioning Procedure (CRP) or the Epley maneuver, this brief procedure takes about five minutes and relieves symptoms in over 85 percent of patients. If CRP is ineffective, patients may undergo surgery; both posterior semicircular canal occlusion and vestibular nerve section have proven effective, but carry a risk of hearing loss following surgery. Treatment with the antibiotic gentamicin and vestibular rehabilitation may also prove successful. \"\n    }\n }\n ]\n  }\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Team Can Help You Manage BPPV<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/hearsantafe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/benign-paroxysmal-positional-vertigo-1536x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"woman holding head and suffering from bppv\" class=\"wp-image-623\" title=\"suffering from Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hearsantafe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/benign-paroxysmal-positional-vertigo-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/hearsantafe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/benign-paroxysmal-positional-vertigo-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/hearsantafe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/benign-paroxysmal-positional-vertigo-256x171.jpeg 256w, https:\/\/hearsantafe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/benign-paroxysmal-positional-vertigo.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Suppose you feel like the room is spinning while you aren\u2019t moving. In that case, there&#8217;s a high likelihood that you\u2019re experiencing benign paroxysmal positional vertigo or BPPV\u2014this condition occurs when calcium deposits in the inner ear become dislodged. At Southwestern Hearing &#038; Balance, we can determine if BPPV is causing your symptoms and provide you with the best treatment for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do I Have BPPV?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re experiencing the following symptoms, you might have BPPV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Vertigo, or the sensation that the room is spinning around you<\/li><li>Dizziness<\/li><li>Lightheadedness<\/li><li>Blurred vision<\/li><li>Nausea<\/li><li>Vomiting<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Causes BPPV?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>BPPV is often the result of head trauma, such as a car accident or fall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Is BPPV Diagnosed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our office will provide a referral to connect you with a diagnostic exam. They\u2019ll also take the time to answer any questions about the symptoms you\u2019re experiencing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The test that is typically used to diagnose BPPV is the Dix-Hallpike maneuver. After gently turning your head at a 45-degree angle, you\u2019ll lie back with your head on the side of the examination table. If you experience vertigo during this test, you likely have BPPV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can I Eliminate the Symptoms of BPPV?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our audiologist can often treat BPPV by performing specific maneuvers that allow the calcium crystals to float out of the semicircular canal, which will likely alleviate your symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unless you\u2019re experiencing severe nausea or vomiting, medication is typically not required for BPPV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What&#8217;s the Duration of BPPV?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most patients find that physical therapy alleviates their symptoms, but people experience them for years in rare instances. If you experience long-term symptoms, we\u2019ll provide a referral for treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Next Steps?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you think you have BPPV, you don&#8217;t have to manage it independently. At Southwestern Hearing &#038; Balance, we&#8217;re here to support you from your initial diagnosis through any ongoing treatment. Soon enough, you\u2019ll be able to get back to doing what you love without vertigo interrupting you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><div class=\"custom-cta\">\r\n    Call Southwestern Hearing &#038; Balance at <a href=\"tel:+15059463955\" class=\"phone custom-cta-link\"><span class=\"phone-number\">(505) 946-3955<\/span><\/a> for more information or to schedule an appointment.\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our Team Can Help You Manage BPPV Suppose you feel like the room is spinning while you aren\u2019t moving. In that case, there&#8217;s a high likelihood that you\u2019re experiencing benign paroxysmal positional vertigo or BPPV\u2014this condition occurs when calcium deposits in the inner ear become dislodged. At , we can determine if BPPV is causing&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":1541,"menu_order":11,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"[phone format=&quot;&lt;phone&gt;&quot;] | BBPV causes vertigo among other symptoms. It can be very disruptive, but can often be treated without surgery. 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