July 4, 2008

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo

Benign paroxysmal vertigo (BPV) or benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is caused by a migration of calcium crystals known as otoconia in the inner ear from their usual position.

The dizziness vertigo can cause is debilitating to a lot of people and bppv causes about 20% of all dizziness cases.

Probably one of the best in depth descriptions about benign paroxysmal positional vertigo is given by Dr. Timothy C. Hain using nice descriptive images.

Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Filed under Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo by Treatment Of Vertigo

Permalink Print