Vertigo: Balance exercises
What exercises are helpful to improve balance for vertigo?
Exercises for vertigo often sound very simple but, depending on the severity of your vertigo, you may find them difficult to perform. They generally consist of exercises that practice:
- Maintaining balance while standing still.
- Maintaining balance while swaying.
- Maintaining balance while turning.
- Maintaining balance while walking.
- Head movements. Head movements are one of the most common triggers of vertigo. Practicing moving your head will help your body learn to maintain your sense of balance.
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Those with vertigo should follow an exercise program that includes practicing maintaining balance while standing still, turning, swaying, and walking.
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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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