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#49: Vertigo and Dizziness: How to Treat, Who to Send Home and Who Might Have a Stroke

The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast

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Diagnosing and Treating Vestibular Disorders

This chapter explores the application of the Dix-Hallpike test for diagnosing posterior canal Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) and the subsequent Epley maneuver treatment. It discusses the importance of proper patient evaluation and the risks of misdiagnosing vestibular conditions while also highlighting appropriate interventions and rehabilitation exercises. The speakers provide clinical guidelines for managing dizziness, emphasizing accurate diagnosis and timely treatment to enhance patient outcomes.

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