Vertigo and balance disorders are conditions that cause a sensation of
dizziness, spinning, or loss of balance. These problems usually occur
due to issues in the inner ear, which plays a crucial role in maintaining
body balance. Vertigo can make a person feel as if they or their
surroundings are moving or spinning even when they are standing still.
Proper diagnosis and treatment are important to prevent falls and
improve daily activities.
- Common Causes of Vertigo & Balance Disorders:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): Caused by tiny
crystals moving inside the inner ear.
- Inner Ear Infections: Infections can disturb balance signals
sent to the brain.
- Meniere’s Disease: A condition that causes vertigo, ringing in
the ears, and hearing loss.
- Head Injury: Trauma to the head may affect the balance system.
- Vestibular Neuritis: Inflammation of the balance nerve in the
inner ear.
