Ian Purcell MD PhD Otoneurology Call 858 223 2172
Specialty

Vertigo (BPPV)

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is a common cause of vertigo that results from dislodged calcium carbonate crystals in the inner ear. It causes short, intense episodes of dizziness with changes in head position. Treatment often includes particle repositioning maneuvers.

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is a common cause of vertigo that results from dislodged calcium carbonate crystals in the inner ear. It causes short, intense episodes of dizziness with changes in head position. Treatment often includes particle repositioning maneuvers.

Related diagnostic tools

  • Epleychair
  • DizzyDoctor Vertigo Recording Goggles
  • Trv
  • Videonystagmography (VNG)
  • Vemp
  • Computerized Dynamic Posturography (CDP)

Care approach

Care plans are individualized. The practice combines detailed history, bedside examination, and targeted testing to decide whether treatment should focus on vestibular rehabilitation, migraine or medication management, canalith repositioning, cardiovascular coordination, neurologic treatment, or additional specialty referral.

Related diagnostic tools

  • Epleychair
  • DizzyDoctor Vertigo Recording Goggles
  • Trv
  • Videonystagmography (VNG)
  • Vemp
  • Computerized Dynamic Posturography (CDP)

Care approach

Care plans are individualized. The practice combines detailed history, bedside examination, and targeted testing to decide whether treatment should focus on vestibular rehabilitation, migraine or medication management, canalith repositioning, cardiovascular coordination, neurologic treatment, or additional specialty referral.