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Does postural restriction improve success rates in BPPV treatment?

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is a common inner ear condition that leads to brief episodes of dizziness triggered by head movements. The Modified Epley maneuver is a well-established treatment for BPPV, but questions remain regarding the effectiveness of post-maneuver positional restriction in preventing recurrence. In 2014, a study by Hasan Huseyin Balikci and Isa Ozbay aimed to shed light on this matter. Seventy-eight patients … Continue reading Does postural restriction improve success rates in BPPV treatment?

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Does adding postural restriction enhance BPPV therapeutic outcomes?

In 2006, study conducted by Burak O Cakir, et. al., which deals the effectiveness of postural restriction as an adjunct to canalith repositioning in treating benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) has been investigated. This prospective trial aimed to shed light on the potential benefits of incorporating postural restrictions following the canalith repositioning procedure, a widely used method for BPPV treatment. BPPV, a common vestibular disorder … Continue reading Does adding postural restriction enhance BPPV therapeutic outcomes?

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