Understanding Vertigo: The Dix-Hallpike Test and Beyond

This chapter explores the Dix-Hallpike test as a key diagnostic tool for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), detailing the procedure, patient positioning, and result interpretation. It also contrasts the Dix-Hallpike test with the HINTS test and discusses various maneuvers for assessing vertigo causes, emphasizing the critical nature of accurate testing to rule out serious conditions like stroke. Additionally, the chapter reviews treatment options for BPPV, including maneuvers, medications, and the role of vestibular rehabilitation.