Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is a mechanical disorder of the inner ear characterized by a brief period of vertigo experienced when the position of the patient’s head i...
The diagnosis is established based on history and findings on positional testing, clarified by Dix and Hallpike in 1952 (1,2)[A].
Positional tests place the plane of the canal being tested i...
The CRP or Epley maneuver is effective in the treatment of posterior canal BPPV (6)[A]. Using a particle repositioning maneuver, the clinician moves the patient through a series of position...
H81.10 Benign paroxysmal vertigo, unspecified ear
H81.12 Benign paroxysmal vertigo, left ear
H81.11 Benign paroxysmal vertigo, right ear
111541001 benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (d...
The diagnosis of BPPV is based on history and findings on positional testing.
The typical presentation is a report of transient episodes of vertigo (sensation that the room is spinning)...
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Figure 27.1. Epley Maneuver. Positioning sequence for left posterior semicircular canal as viewed by operator (behind patient). (Box) Exposed view of labyrinth, showing migration of particles (large arrow). (S) Start-patient seated (oscillator applied). (1) Place head over end of table, 45 degrees to left. (2) Keeping head tilted downward, rotate to 45 degrees right. (3) Rotate head and body until facing downward 135 degrees from supine. (4) Keeping head turned right, bring patient to sitt...
Figure 27.1. Epley Maneuver. Positioning sequence for left posterior semicircular canal as viewed by operator (behind patient). (Box) Exp...