To stop dizziness, you can take steps to stay hydrated, rest, and avoid triggers like alcohol, caffeine, and sudden head movements. For vertigo, specific head-turning maneuvers like the Epley or Brandt-Daroff exercises can help reposition inner ear crystals, while other causes may require balance therapy or medication. Seek medical help immediately if dizziness is accompanied by other symptoms such as weakness, numbness, vision changes, or difficulty speaking, as these could signal a medical emergency.
How to Perform Brandt-Daroff Exercises
- Start seated: Sit upright on the edge of a bed or couch, with enough space to lie down to each side.
· · Lie to one side: Turn your head 45 degrees upwards and quickly lie down on your left or right side.
· · Hold position: Remain in this position for about 30 seconds, or until the vertigo subsides.
· · Return to seated: Sit up quickly and hold the seated position for 30 seconds.
· · Repeat on the other side: Lie down on the opposite side, keeping your head at a 45-degree upward angle, and hold for 30 seconds or until symptoms subside.
· · Repeat the cycle: Sit up and repeat the cycle for a total of five repetitions on each side.
When to Do Them and How Often
- Timing: You may want to do the exercises a few times a day, perhaps morning, afternoon, and evening.
· · Frequency: A common recommendation is to complete a set of five repetitions on each side three times a day for two weeks.
· · Progression: As you improve, you can try to move between positions more quickly.
Important Considerations
- Dizziness is normal:
It is normal to feel dizzy while doing these exercises, as they are designed to provoke the sensation.
· · Safety:
Have a bucket nearby in case of nausea and, if your symptoms are severe, consider having a friend or family member present. Do not drive or travel immediately after performing the exercises.
· · Consult a professional:
Always consult a healthcare provider before starting Brandt-Daroff exercises to ensure they are appropriate for your specific condition.
· · Duration:
While some experience complete relief after a few days, others may require up to two weeks of consistent practice to see significant symptom reduction.
- Brandt-Daroff Exercise for Vertigo | Kaiser Permanente
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