{"id":4947,"date":"2020-05-20T18:49:04","date_gmt":"2020-05-20T18:49:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/?p=4947"},"modified":"2020-05-29T22:17:49","modified_gmt":"2020-05-29T22:17:49","slug":"treatment-options-for-dizziness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/treatment-options-for-dizziness\/","title":{"rendered":"Treatment Options for Dizziness"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\n\t\t\"@context\":\"http:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\":\"Article\",\n\t\t\"@id\":\"https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/#article\",\n\t\t\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\n\t\t\t\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\n\t\t\t\"@id\":\"https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/#website\"\n\t\t},\n\t\t\"isPartOf\":{\n\t\t\t\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\n\t\t\t\"@id\":\"https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/#webpage\"\n\t\t},\n\t\t\"name\":\"Treatment Options for Dizziness\",\n\t\t\"author\":{\n\t\t\t\"@type\":\"Organization\",\n\t\t\t\"name\":\"https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/#organization\"\n\t\t},\n\t\t\"datePublished\":\"2020-05-20\",\n\t\t\"dateModified\":\"2020-05-29\",\n\t\t\"keywords\":\"how to treat dizziness, why am i dizzy, symptoms of dizziness, causes of dizziness, treatment for vertigo, vertigo,  \",\n\t\t\"image\":{\n\t\t\t\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\n\t\t\t\"url\":\"https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/forest-1366345_1920.jpg\",\n\t\t\t\"description\":\"Treatment Options for Dizziness\"\n\t\t},\n\t\t\"articleSection\":\"There are many possible causes for dizziness and vertigo symptoms, including: Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) Meniere\u2019s disease Ear infection Multiple sclerosis Concussion Alcohol Medication toxicity Stroke Viral meningitis Once your doctor has determined the underlying cause of your dizziness\/vertigo, you can begin treatment. Below are some of the most common dizziness treatments. Vestibular Rehabilitation...\",\n\t\t\"articleBody\":\"Vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT) is an effective method for reducing dizziness and vertigo. During this treatment, you\u2019ll work with a physical therapist who will create an exercise-based program focused on improving balance, reducing dizziness and overcoming vertigo.\",\n\t\t\"url\":\"https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/treatment-options-for-dizziness\/\",\n\t\t\"headline\":\"Treatment Options for Dizziness\",\n\t\t\"publisher\":{\n\t\t\t\"@type\":\"Organization\",\n\t\t\t\"name\":\"San Francisco Audiology\",\n\t\t\t\"logo\":{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\n\t\t\t\t\"url\":\"https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/main-logo.jpg\",\n\t\t\t\t\"description\":\"San Francisco Audiology\"\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t}\n\t}<\/script><br \/>\nThere are many possible causes for dizziness and vertigo symptoms, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)<\/li>\n<li>Meniere\u2019s disease<\/li>\n<li>Ear infection<\/li>\n<li>Multiple sclerosis<\/li>\n<li>Concussion<\/li>\n<li>Alcohol<\/li>\n<li>Medication toxicity<\/li>\n<li>Stroke<\/li>\n<li>Viral meningitis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Once your doctor has determined the underlying cause of your dizziness\/vertigo, you can begin treatment. Below are some of the most common dizziness treatments.<\/p>\n<h2>Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy<img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Treatment Options for Dizziness\" src=\"https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/forest-1366345_1920-768x510.jpg\" alt=\"A spinning or dizzy photo of tree tops\" width=\"386\" height=\"256\" class=\"alignright wp-image-4948\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/forest-1366345_1920-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/forest-1366345_1920-1280x851.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/forest-1366345_1920-1536x1021.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/forest-1366345_1920.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 386px) 100vw, 386px\" \/><\/h2>\n<p>Vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT) is an effective method for reducing dizziness and vertigo. During this treatment, you\u2019ll work with a physical therapist who will create an exercise-based program <a href=\"https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/balance\/\">focused on improving balance<\/a>, reducing dizziness and overcoming vertigo.<\/p>\n<h2>Epley Maneuver<\/h2>\n<p>The Epley maneuver is effective for treating BPPV, a condition that causes dizziness due to calcium crystals becoming dislodged in the inner ear. During this treatment, your doctor will walk you through a series of body movements designed to move the crystals to a less sensitive area where they can be reabsorbed by the body.<\/p>\n<h2>Dietary Changes<\/h2>\n<p>Studies have shown that sodium, caffeine and alcohol intake can affect your balance. In fact, many have turned to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthyhearing.com\/report\/53004-Managing-menieres-symptoms-with-a-low-sodium-diet\" title=\"How I manage Meniere's symptoms with a low-sodium diet | Healthy Hearing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">low-sodium diet to prevent dizziness caused by Meniere\u2019s disease<\/a>, a condition that causes episodes of hearing loss, dizziness <a href=\"https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/tinnitus\/\">and tinnitus<\/a>. If you are experiencing dizziness, try to limit your intake of these substances.<\/p>\n<h2>Antihistamines<\/h2>\n<p>Allergic episodes cause many symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, dizziness and diarrhea, among others. If your dizziness is allergy-related, an antihistamine such as Benadryl may help.<\/p>\n<h2>Migraine Medications<\/h2>\n<p>One study published in 2018 in <em>Otology &amp; Neurotology <\/em>found that medications that prevent migraines, including tricyclic antidepressants, can be effective in decreasing dizziness and vertigo.<\/p>\n<h2>Sedatives<\/h2>\n<p>Extreme anxiety can cause people to feel symptoms of dizziness and vertigo. According to the American College of Cardiology, sedatives such as Valium, Ativan and Xanax can reduce these symptoms by calming brain activity, thus reducing anxiety and related issues.<\/p>\n<h2>Diuretics<\/h2>\n<p>If you have Meniere\u2019s disease, diuretics (also called water pills) may prevent buildup of endolymph fluid in the inner ear, which can cause dizziness.<\/p>\n<h2>Drink More Water<\/h2>\n<p>Dehydration is a major cause of dizziness, according to the Mayo Clinic. To prevent episodes of dizziness, drink at least 64 ounces of water a day, and try to avoid dehydrating substances like alcohol, salty foods and caffeine.<\/p>\n<p>For more information or to talk to a doctor about treating your symptoms of dizziness and vertigo, call the experts at San Francisco Audiology today.<\/p>\n<h3>Learn More About Ear Disorders<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/understanding-the-vestibular-system\/\">Understanding the Vestibular System<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/what-is-an-acoustic-neuroma\/\">What is An Acoustic Neuroma?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are many possible causes for dizziness and vertigo symptoms, including: Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) Meniere\u2019s disease Ear infection Multiple sclerosis Concussion Alcohol Medication toxicity Stroke Viral meningitis Once your doctor has determined the underlying cause of your dizziness\/vertigo, you can begin treatment. 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