The vestibular system is the main part of the body that is affected when one suffers from Meniere’s disease. This system is responsible for balance and coordination. Meniere’s disease is made up of four main symptoms: Tinnitus -- a ringing or other noise in the ear Vertigo -- the sensation that you or the things […]
Vertigo is the sensation that you or the things in your environment are spinning. It is the false sense of movement. It is caused by a problem in the vestibular system. It is actually a symptom rather than a condition. Some of the following conditions have vertigo as a major symptom: Meniere’s disease: This condition […]
Vertigo is the sensation that you or the things in the environment around you are spinning. A link has been discovered between the onset of vertigo and an injury to the head or neck. If you have been in a car accident, endured a sports injury, or even had a simple trip and fall, the […]
Recent estimates have reported that Meniere’s disease affects nearly 200 people out of 100,000, typically starting at age 40. Signs and symptoms of Meniere’s disease include: Balance problems Tinnitus or ringing in the ears A spinning sensation called vertigo Hearing and vision issues Those who suffer from this disease say that it is similar to […]
The term vertigo is often misunderstood. Some use it to refer to dizziness, lightheadedness, or feeling faint. Others think it is the fear of heights due to the popularity of an older movie. So, let’s take a closer look at what vertigo is, and then we will discuss how it can be alleviated naturally. Vertigo […]
When one feels dizzy or has a bout of vertigo, it can be pretty scary. Vertigo can affect one’s ability to walk, drive, or do anything else until the sensation passes. It is not uncommon to experience nausea and vomiting. However, most people are not aware there are differences between dizziness and vertigo. Let’s take […]
