“Dizzy” and “off-balance” may seem interchangeable, but the sensations are unique and don’t always accompany one another. For example, you might feel as though you can’t seem to stand straight without ...

That moment when you stand up too quickly and the room seems to spin, or when you feel unsteady walking down stairs, might seem like minor inconveniences. However, balance problems can serve as early ...

Whether it’s a moment of lightheadedness or the room-whirling sensation of vertigo, dizziness can be unsettling. It can also knock you off-balance. A 2024 analysis published in the journal Age and ...

Vestibular rehabilitation is a type of physical therapy that uses exercises to reduce dizziness and improve balance. Vestibular rehabilitation therapy helps retrain your brain to process balance ...

Getting a good night’s sleep with vertigo can be tricky, but these practical tips can help you rest more comfortably. Sleeping with vertigo can be challenging, as dizziness and discomfort often make ...

Have you ever stood up too quickly and felt the room spin? Or rolled over in bed and suddenly felt like you were on a merry go round you didn’t ask to ride? Maybe you’ve started to notice you feel a ...

Medically reviewed by Sukaina Hasnie, MD Key Takeaways Most vertigo episodes last from a few seconds to a few hours, but severe cases can persist for months.Peripheral vertigo is mainly caused by ...

That weird, wobbly feeling where the room seems to tilt sideways isn’t just in your head. Well, technically it is, but you know what we mean. One minute you’re standing perfectly fine, and the next ...

KKH urges early diagnosis for children and teens experiencing chronic dizziness, emphasizing that timely treatment can ...

Dizziness is common in older adults and has links to a higher risk of falls, disability, and an overall decline in health. It can have different causes, requiring a diagnosis to find the right ...

Could it be an inner-ear issue? Your medications? How to figure out the problem—and fix it. By Janet Lee Whether it’s a moment of lightheadedness or the room-whirling sensation of vertigo, dizziness ...