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Need Suggestions To Cure Vertigo

Hi my name is Liz, i have an 82 year old mother, who mentally great, however she is now in an aged care facility due to lack of mobility, she is now using a walker. She complains of her feeling like she is carying a watermelon around, she feel extremely dizzy the room often turns upside down for her. She is now at the point she doesnt want to leave her room. The doctors here in Tasmania, Australia, just say oh probably old age vertigo. She is so unhappy. One doctor two years ago mentioned to us after a brain scan that it is to do with cerrebullum being cloudy and messages are having trouble getting through to her limbs, other doctors have said they dont think this is the case, but they dont knowmwhat is her problem. She does have high bp and is on meds for that

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Liz
Wed, 19 Feb 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
There are a few things that you should follow to prevent vertigo. They are as follows -
* Change your position slowly, especially when going from a lying or sitting position to a standing position. When you get out of bed, sit on the side of the bed for a few seconds to gain your orientation and allow your circulatory system to adjust.
* When walking, focus on distant objects. Do not look down at your feet. Avoid walking in dark areas or on unstable ground.
* Use a cane, walking stick, or walker for support and to give additional pressure and touch (tactile) orientation.
* Avoid activities that move the head up and down repetitively.
* Try to avoid keeping the head tilted back for long periods of time, for example painting or dusting above your head.
* Be cautious when using medications that may cause balance problems as a side effect.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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Need Suggestions To Cure Vertigo

Hello, Thanks for your query. There are a few things that you should follow to prevent vertigo. They are as follows - * Change your position slowly, especially when going from a lying or sitting position to a standing position. When you get out of bed, sit on the side of the bed for a few seconds to gain your orientation and allow your circulatory system to adjust. * When walking, focus on distant objects. Do not look down at your feet. Avoid walking in dark areas or on unstable ground. * Use a cane, walking stick, or walker for support and to give additional pressure and touch (tactile) orientation. * Avoid activities that move the head up and down repetitively. * Try to avoid keeping the head tilted back for long periods of time, for example painting or dusting above your head. * Be cautious when using medications that may cause balance problems as a side effect. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care