
Feeling Dizzy…? Physio can help!
Recent studies have shown that self-reported prevalence of dizziness and vertigo exceeds 36% in Australians over the age of 50 and is defined as disturbed postural awareness. This is different to vertigo, which is a perceived sense of motion. The diagnosis of dizziness is key in its appropriate management. Some questions you’ll be asked about include: – Severity – Duration & frequency – Triggers – Associated symptoms Four most common causes of dizziness presented to physiotherapy clinics are: BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo) Episodic vertigo related to changes in head position in relation to gravity. Associated symptoms =…