Doctors of Osteo provide osteopathic treatment for BPPV and Vertigo.

Doctors of Osteo Hawthorn, 3123 is a group of Osteopaths and professionals who are passionate about helping others get better. Whether it be muscle strains, joint pains, back or neck pains, golfers elbow, postural aches, sporting injuries, or headaches & migraines - Doctors of Osteo will listen to your story and help you feel better again.

The most common cause of vertigo is a condition called Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. This occurs when you feel like your head or entire body has started spinning, even though there's no actual movement taking place in either direction.

Doctors of Osteo can assist you if you are looking for osteopathic treatment for BPPV and vertigo. Doctors of Osteo have clinics in Osteopath Hawthorn, Kew, Balwyn, Canterbury, Camberwell, Richmond, and Glen Iris.

What is Vertigo & BPPV?

Vertigo is a common condition felt by approximately 40% of the population at least once in their lifetime. Sufferers of vertigo describe the sensation as “dizzy spells” and like “the room is spinning” on certain neck movements and changing positions. This dizziness can make sufferers feel nauseated, vomit and like their eyes are flickering. Vertigo is an umbrella term with the most common type of vertigo being Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), which accounts for 20% of dizziness episodes. Is it important to have a medical practitioner assess the cause of vertigo as it can also be due to other conditions and diseases.

How do you develop BPPV & Vertigo?

The most common type of vertigo is BPPV, which is an ear condition. Symptoms can last from seconds up to days. Crystals that sit in your inner ear called canaliths, are responsible for the sensation of movement and motion. BPPV is caused by the crystals dislodging from their usual position in the inner ear and circling the ear canal. This increased movement of the crystals gives the brain a false sense of motion on certain head movements.

Are there any home remedies for Vertigo & BPPV?

• Avoid movements such as sharp head movements and changing positions too quickly

• Make sure to always have something to balance on/sit down if a dizzy spell occurs

Do I need surgery for Vertigo & BPPV?

It is uncommon that patients who suffer from BPPV, fail to recover after treatment and require surgery. That being said, there is surgery to prevent a portion of your ear canal from responding to crystal movements. What is known as a ‘bone plug’, is inserted into the canal stopping the detection of crystal movement in the ear.

Osteopaths do commonly see patients presenting with vertigo and BPPV. There are a series of techniques that osteopaths can perform such as the ‘Epley Manoeuvre’ to help the crystals return to their usual position in the ear. This maneuver can be highly effective and requires minimal downtime. You can see how your osteopath can assist you with your BPPV using the Epley Manoeuvre in the video below by correctly positioning your head and checking your eyes to know when to move your head to the next position.

We commonly also find that muscles around the neck and head are also affected, due to patients becoming ridged to avoid the crystal movements and associated dizziness. Your osteopath may not only help clear up vertigo but also treat the associated muscle and joint side effects.

Doctors of Osteo is servicing Hawthorn

Hawthorn is a Melbourne, Australia neighborhood that borders the city center and has easy access to public transportation. The area's population density makes it an ideal place for those who want their own space with plenty of green space nearby as well!

If you live in Hawthorn and are seeking BPPV or vertigo osteopathic solutions, Doctors of Osteo is a short drive away. Please contact Doctors of Osteo at 0403 266 876 or book an osteopathy treatment.