Dizziness and Vertigo Diagnosis and Treatment
At Hearing Partners, we understand that dizziness and vertigo can disrupt your daily routine and affect your quality of life. Our state-of-the-art diagnostic tests will help identify the root cause of your imbalance, ensuring you get the tailored treatment you need to feel steady and secure once more.
What is Dizziness and Vertigo?
Dizziness is a term used to describe a variety of sensations such as lightheadedness, unsteadiness and a feeling of floating. On the other hand, vertigo refers to a specific type of dizziness that involves the false perception of spinning or movement, often linked to vestibular disorders in the inner ear.
A prevalent cause of vertigo is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). When small calcium crystals in the inner ear become dislodged, episodes of severe spinning sensations triggered by changes in head position can occur. This is known as BPPV.
These sensations of dizziness and vertigo can greatly affect your quality of life, making everyday activities more challenging and increasing the risk of falls and injuries. Recognising the difference between dizziness and vertigo, their causes and accompanying symptoms is crucial for effective treatment.
Causes of Dizziness
| Physiological factors | |
| Psychological factors | |
| Other causes |
Causes of Vertigo
| Inner ear disorders | |
| Central nervous system disorders | |
| Other causes |
Symptoms Associated With Dizziness
Dizziness may often be accompanied by various other symptoms including:
- Nausea/vomiting (acute phase)
- Feelings of lightheadedness
- Imbalance
- Difficulty concentrating/brain fog
- Hearing changes
- Blurred vision/oscillopsia
Symptoms Associated With Vertigo
You may notice these symptoms when experiencing episodes of vertigo:
- Surroundings spinning or moving
- Tinnitus
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Nystagmus (involuntary eye movements)
- Changes in hearing or blocked ears
Vestibular Assessment at Hearing Partners
At Hearing Partners, we offer diagnostic services for assessing the vestibular system using state-of-the-art technology. Our process begins with a thorough assessment of your medical history, followed by a physical ear examination. Subsequently, our experienced hearing care professionals will perform a series of tests, including hearing assessments and vestibular tests (e.g. VNG, VHIT, VEMPS, Rotary chair, TRV chair) to gain insight into your condition.
1) Assessment of medical history
2) Physical ear examination
3) Hearing assessments and vestibular tests
Dizziness and Vertigo Treatment Methods
After the cause of your dizziness or vertigo has been diagnosed, your doctor or audiologist will prescribe the appropriate treatment to address your condition. Treatment methods include medication, visual acuity checks, lifestyle changes and vestibular rehabilitation or physiotherapy.
Medication
Depending on the cause, your doctor may prescribe medications to alleviate your symptoms. Some commonly prescribed medications include:
- Betahistine
- Antibiotics or steroids
- Diuretics
Lifestyle changes
Changes to your lifestyle can sometimes alleviate dizziness and its accompanying symptoms. For example, moderating your consumption of substances such as caffeine and alcohol and incorporating stress relief techniques into your daily routine can help reduce the frequency of dizzy spells.
Visual acuity checks
A visual acuity test is an eye examination that determines the smallest letters or symbols you can read on a standardised chart from a specific distance. It is designed to evaluate your vision and can be used to identify or rule out any issues that may be contributing to your symptoms.
Vestibular rehabilitation or physiotherapy
Specific vestibular rehabilitation or physiotherapy treatments may be recommended depending on the cause of your vertigo. At Hearing Partners, a TRV chair will be used to treat complex or chronic BPPV.
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Why Choose Hearing Partners?
Professional and reliable services
At Hearing Partners, we pride ourselves on delivering professional and reliable services tailored to your unique hearing and vestibular needs. Our hearing care professionals are dedicated to providing personalised care and support every step of the way.
Convenient location
Our diagnostic tests are carried out at our Camden Medical, Farrer Park, Lucky Plaza and Novena hearing clinics. All our clinics are easily accessible by car or public transport (bus and MRT), ensuring a hassle-free experience for you and your loved ones.
Customer Reviews
The TRV treatment process is non intrusive and safety and comfort level are assured throughout the process. It’s certainly an awesome experience trying out the TRV chair treatment and I would definitely recommend it to someone with BPPV.
Many Thanks once again to Hearing Partners @Camden for this wonderful experience!”
Caleb Loh
“My experience with the TRV Chair treatment was a game-changer compared to the manual maneuvers I had tried before. The chair was far more efficient, precise, and accurate, which made a noticeable difference in improving my symptoms.
During the session, I felt completely safe and comfortable because I was securely strapped in, and there was no strain on my neck as the chair moved me around. Overall, Iโm extremely satisfied with the treatment and would highly recommend it to anyone dealing with BPPVโitโs effective, safe, and truly worth it!”
Kablina M Taylor
FAQs About Dizziness and Vertigo Diagnosis and Treatment in Singapore
When should I see a doctor for dizziness or vertigo?
- Chest pain
- Drooping of the eyes or mouth
- Numbness or tingling sensations
- Blurred vision
- Speech difficulties
- High fever
- Persistent severe headache
- Fainting spells
- Loss of consciousness
- Persistent vomiting
- Hearing loss
- Tinnitus
How long does vertigo last?
Are there any complications from leaving vertigo untreated?
- Increased risk of falls and injuries
- Long-term health complications (if underlying health conditions causing symptoms remain untreated)
- Poorer quality of life
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