{"id":191,"date":"2022-01-06T21:47:38","date_gmt":"2022-01-07T02:47:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hearcanton.fm1.dev\/audiologist\/bppv\/"},"modified":"2023-04-05T13:49:36","modified_gmt":"2023-04-05T17:49:36","slug":"bppv","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/hearcanton.com\/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. 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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<p>Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, commonly referred to as BPPV, is a vestibular disorder that <a href=\"https:\/\/hearcanton.com\/vertigo\/\">causes vertigo<\/a>. BPPV is caused 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Causes BPPV?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/hearcanton.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:\/\/hearcanton.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/benign-paroxysmal-positional-vertigo-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/hearcanton.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/benign-paroxysmal-positional-vertigo-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/hearcanton.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/benign-paroxysmal-positional-vertigo-256x171.jpeg 256w, https:\/\/hearcanton.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/benign-paroxysmal-positional-vertigo.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>There isn\u2019t always an apparent cause when these calcium deposits break loose; however, it 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Symptoms of BPPV?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>BPPV is the most common cause of vertigo. The episodes of spinning may be severe but usually lasts for less than a minute. Other symptoms include <a href=\"https:\/\/hearcanton.com\/dizziness\/\">dizziness<\/a> or lightheadedness, loss of balance, blurred vision, nausea, vomiting and concentration difficulties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Is BPPV Treated?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When a balance specialist treats BPPV, repositioning maneuvers are typically the first step to provide relief from vertigo. These medically developed exercises move the canaliths from the semicircular canals and back into the utricle, where they no longer cause symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of Repositioning Maneuvers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Balance specialists use a few types of repositioning movements to treat patients with BPPV. Each uses slightly different movements and angles to move the calcium deposits from your inner ear canals. Known repositioning maneuvers include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Canalith Repositioning Procedure (CRP) or Epley maneuver<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Semont-Liberatory maneuver<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Half somersault maneuver or Foster maneuver<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>After your BPPV diagnosis, your physician or balance specialist will work with you to develop a treatment plan. The <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/tests-procedures\/canalith-repositioning-procedure\/about\/pac-20393315?p=1\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/tests-procedures\/canalith-repositioning-procedure\/about\/pac-20393315?p=1\" target=\"_blank\">repositioning maneuvers<\/a> that your physician recommends will depend on your individual case of BPPV. Your doctor will give you clear instructions to help you learn and understand your repositioning maneuver techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><div class=\"content-cta\">\r\n<p class=\"cta-text\">Call The Hearing Center for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"cta-phone\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 47 48\" fill=\"none\"\n  xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n  <path d=\"M8.18335 9.48443L8.51675 9.97355L14.2853 18.4365L14.4982 18.7488L14.2558 19.0387L11.051 22.8726L11.0409 22.8847L11.03 22.8962C10.9488 22.9816 10.891 23.0866 10.8622 23.2009C10.8352 23.3078 10.8343 23.4195 10.8595 23.5265C12.0917 26.6927 14.0209 29.541 16.5042 31.86L16.5119 31.8672L16.5192 31.8747C18.9254 34.3189 21.8412 36.2019 25.0587 37.3895C25.1626 37.4203 25.2724 37.4262 25.379 37.4065C25.4889 37.3862 25.5922 37.3393 25.68 37.2701C25.6801 37.2699 25.6803 37.2698 25.6805 37.2696L29.6437 34.1133L29.9248 33.8895L30.2266 34.0844L38.8794 39.6749L39.402 40.0126L38.9598 40.4503L34.3312 45.0314C33.8891 45.4701 33.3451 45.7923 32.7479 45.9691C32.1511 46.1458 31.5197 46.1717 30.9104 46.0445C30.91 46.0444 30.9097 46.0443 30.9093 46.0443L31.0116 45.5548C24.0272 44.112 17.5922 40.7258 12.4478 35.7863L8.18335 9.48443ZM8.18335 9.48443L7.75686 9.89492L3.0119 14.462L8.18335 9.48443ZM31.7147 47.5L31.7133 47.4999C31.3497 47.4989 30.9873 47.4591 30.6323 47.381L30.6323 47.381L30.6262 47.3797C23.297 45.8636 16.5448 42.309 11.1465 37.1251C5.86724 31.932 2.20558 25.3207 0.604279 18.0906C0.431274 17.2623 0.474086 16.4034 0.728627 15.5964C0.983448 14.7886 1.44189 14.0599 2.05984 13.4804L2.05987 13.4805L2.06458 13.4759L6.81069 8.90781C7.0018 8.72748 7.2287 8.58936 7.47666 8.50241C7.72364 8.41581 7.986 8.38191 8.24684 8.40287C8.51722 8.43185 8.77808 8.51932 9.0113 8.65925C9.24601 8.80008 9.44702 8.99061 9.60019 9.21746L9.60045 9.21785L15.5328 17.9859C15.6954 18.236 15.7739 18.5315 15.7566 18.8294C15.7393 19.1284 15.6265 19.414 15.4348 19.6441C15.4347 19.6441 15.4347 19.6442 15.4346 19.6443L12.456 23.2043L12.2546 23.4451L12.3838 23.7311C13.596 26.4139 15.3124 28.8389 17.4397 30.874C19.5534 32.9813 22.0513 34.664 24.7983 35.8311L25.0719 35.9473L25.3048 35.7624L28.9952 32.8314C28.9953 32.8313 28.9954 32.8313 28.9955 32.8312C29.2258 32.6492 29.5061 32.5417 29.799 32.5228C30.0895 32.504 30.3788 32.5733 30.6291 32.7215L39.5829 38.5089L39.5904 38.5137L39.598 38.5183C39.8407 38.6632 40.0476 38.8612 40.2029 39.0974C40.3583 39.3336 40.4582 39.602 40.4952 39.8823C40.5321 40.1626 40.5051 40.4476 40.4163 40.716C40.328 40.9829 40.1807 41.2266 39.9854 41.4288L35.3602 46.0066L35.3592 46.0075C34.8801 46.4843 34.3115 46.8616 33.686 47.1177C33.0605 47.3738 32.3906 47.5037 31.7147 47.5Z\" fill=\"currentColor\" stroke=\"currentColor\"\/>\n  <path d=\"M22.5518 5.06478C22.5518 5.06478 31.6164 3.81864 37.5507 10.2193C43.4851 16.6199 41.5429 25.2428 41.5429 25.2428\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n  <path d=\"M21.3649 12.6173C21.3649 12.6173 26.952 11.8492 30.6098 15.7944C34.2675 19.7395 33.0704 25.0545 33.0704 25.0545\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<a href=\"tel:+13304934327\" class=\"phone \"><span class=\"phone-number\">(330) 493-4327<\/span><\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, commonly referred to as BPPV, is a vestibular disorder that . 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