We have all been living with COVID-19 since March 2019. In the time since then, what we know about the virus, its method of transmission and symptoms has been changing, seemingly day to day. Initially, we were told that the hallmark symptoms of COVID-19 infection were loss of smell or taste, along with typical respiratory virus symptoms (cough, congestion, etc.)....
One of the most common questions that I get from potential patients who call the clinic is “What can I expect to happen during my assessment for dizziness or vertigo?”, closely followed by “Will I be more dizzy after my assessment?”. In this article, I’ll try to demystify what goes on in my office during a vertigo or dizziness assessment. The...
Here's a short video from our founder Sarah El Queisi explaining BPPV, one of the most common causes of vertigo. https://youtu.be/8hX4e_i9HQc ...
The Epley manoeuvre is one of the most useful tools in any vestibular physiotherapist's toolbox. However, doing it properly and doing it well can be a bit confusing! Below is a video posted to the Fauquier ENT YouTube channel, which shows the correct way to carry out the Epley maneuvre. Please be evaluated by a doctor or physical therapist before trying...