BPPV Treatment

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is one of the most common causes of dizziness and vertigo. This condition occurs when tiny calcium crystals in your inner ear become dislodged and move into the wrong part of your ear canals, causing intense spinning sensations with certain head movements.

Understanding BPPV Symptoms

BPPV episodes are typically brief but can be quite distressing. The spinning sensation usually lasts less than a minute and is triggered by specific head movements such as rolling over in bed, looking up, or bending down. Many people describe feeling like the room is spinning around them or that they themselves are spinning.

Common symptoms include sudden onset of vertigo with head movement, nausea that may accompany the spinning sensation, and a feeling of unsteadiness or imbalance. Some individuals also experience lightheadedness between episodes. The symptoms can range from mild to severe and may significantly impact daily activities.

Effective BPPV Treatment

At HearSense, we provide targeted treatment for BPPV using proven repositioning techniques. These treatments work by guiding the displaced crystals back to their proper location in the inner ear, where they can no longer cause symptoms.

The most commonly used technique is the canalith repositioning procedure, which involves a series of specific head and body movements performed in a particular sequence. This treatment is highly effective, with many patients experiencing immediate relief after just one session. The procedure is safe, non-invasive, and can be performed in our comfortable clinical setting.

Our audiologists are trained in these specialized repositioning techniques and will guide you through each movement carefully. The treatment typically takes 15-30 minutes to complete, and most patients notice significant improvement in their symptoms right away.

What to Expect During Treatment

During your BPPV treatment session, our audiologist will position you on a treatment table and guide you through a series of controlled head and body movements. While you may experience some dizziness during the procedure, this is normal and indicates that the crystals are moving back to their correct position.

We take care to ensure your comfort throughout the treatment and will explain each step of the process. After the repositioning procedure, you may receive specific instructions about head positioning and activities to avoid for the next 24-48 hours to help maintain the treatment's effectiveness.

Schedule Your BPPV Treatment

If you're experiencing symptoms of BPPV, professional treatment can provide quick and effective relief. Our experienced audiologists are skilled in repositioning techniques that can help restore your balance and eliminate the troublesome spinning sensations. Contact HearSense today at (803) 567-2533 to schedule your BPPV treatment appointment. We're here to help you regain your stability and return to your normal activities with confidence.