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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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Cervical, Clinical Tests, Neck Pain

Sharp Purser Test

Purpose of Sharp Purser Test: To determine if subluxation of the atlas on the axis vertebra is present and diagnose atlantoaxial instability (1). Patient position: Sitting. Examiner position: Standing beside the patient. Procedure: Ask the patient to perform a slight cervical retraction/nod to correct the poke chin posture. Place the palm of one hand over the patient’s forehead. Place the thumb and the index finger … Continue reading Sharp Purser Test

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Cervical, Clinical Tests, Neck Pain

Hallpike-Dix Test

Purpose of Hallpike-Dix Test: To determine whether vertigo is triggered by head movements and identify benign positional paroxysmal vertigo (BPPV) (1-3). Patient position: Sitting with legs extended on the examination table, and the patient’s head is rotated/turned 45 degrees toward the ear to be tested. Examiner position: Standing behind the patient on the head side, while the patient is in a long sitting position on … Continue reading Hallpike-Dix Test

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