Actionsets help people take an active role in managing a health condition.  Balance exercises for vertigo

Introduction

Many people experience vertigo. If you have Ménière's disease or benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), you may have to deal with vertigo throughout your life. The spinning sensation it causes puts you at risk for falling and can also affect your quality of life if it interferes with your level of activity. Exercises you can do at home can help control your vertigo.

What? - What is the medical information or key concepts related to the action? What exercises are helpful to improve balance for vertigo?
Why? - Why the action is important? Why is it important to exercise for balance?
How? - Learn the steps involved in taking action. How to exercise for balance
Where? - Other resources and organizations that can help you take action Where to get more information

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Author: Sabra L. Katz-Wise
Ralph Poore
Last Updated: November 7, 2006
Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Barrie J. Hurwitz, MD - Neurology

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