A Comparative Study on the effectiveness of Epleys Maneuver Over Semont Maneuver in Improving the Quality of Life in Subjects with Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo

Author(s):  
G Sri Durga ◽  
V Sri Kumari ◽  
K Madhavi
2015 ◽  
Vol 20 (01) ◽  
pp. 061-068 ◽  
Author(s):  
Camila Silva ◽  
Karyna Ribeiro ◽  
Raysa Freitas ◽  
Lidiane Ferreira ◽  
Ricardo Guerra

Introduction Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is one of the most common and treatable causes of peripheral vestibular vertigo in adults. Its incidence increases with age, eventually leading to disability and a decreased quality of life. Objective The research aims to assess short-term effects of Otolith Repositioning Maneuver (ORM) on dizziness symptoms, quality of life, and postural balance in elderly people with Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. Methods A quasi-experimental study, which evaluated 14 elderly people that underwent the Otolith Repositioning Maneuver and reevaluation after one week. The authors performed statistical analysis by descriptive analysis of central tendency and dispersion; for pre- and post-treatment conditions, the authors used the Wilcoxon test. Results All aspects of the Dizziness Handicap Inventory (physical, functional, emotional, and total scores) as well as the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) decreased after therapy (p < 0.05 and p = 0.001, respectively). However, more than half of the elderly participants did not achieve negative Dix-Hallpike. Regarding static and dynamic balance, there were significant differences in some parameters of the modified Clinical Test of Sensory Interaction and Balance, Limits of Stability and gait assessment measured by the Dizziness Gait Index (p < 0.05). Conclusion Results reveal clinical and functional benefits in elderly people with Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo submitted to Otolith Repositioning Maneuver. However, most of the participants did not overcome Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo and not all aspects of postural balance improved. Therefore, a longer follow-up period and a multidisciplinary team are required to establish comprehensive care for elderly patients with dizziness complaints.


2009 ◽  
Vol 30 (3) ◽  
pp. 369-376 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard A. Roberts ◽  
Harvey Abrams ◽  
Melanie K. Sembach ◽  
Jennifer J. Lister ◽  
Richard E. Gans ◽  
...  

2021 ◽  
Vol 162 (30) ◽  
pp. 1216-1221
Author(s):  
Stefani Maihoub ◽  
András Molnár ◽  
András Csikós ◽  
Péter Kanizsai ◽  
László Tamás ◽  
...  

Összefoglaló. Bevezetés: A szédülés gyakori panasz, amellyel a betegek felkeresik a sürgősségi osztályt. Emellett fontos tünet, hiszen kihívást jelent mind a diagnosztika, mind a terápia szempontjából, és nagy hatással lehet a betegek életminőségére. Célkitűzés: Kutatásunk célja annak vizsgálata, hogy mennyire befolyásolta a szédülés a betegek életminőségét a sürgősségi osztály elhagyását követően. Módszer: A vizsgálat időtartama alatt 879, szédülést panaszoló beteg jelent meg a Semmelweis Egyetem sürgősségi osztályán. Részükre kérdőív került kiküldésre, amely tartalmazta a ’Dizziness Handicap Inventory’ (DHI-) kérdőívet is. Megkeresésünkre 308 beteg (110 férfi, 198 nő; átlagéletkor: 61,8 ± 12,31 SD) válaszolt, az általuk visszaküldött kérdőíveket részletesen elemeztük. Eredmények: A leggyakoribb diagnózisok közé a benignus paroxysmalis positionalis vertigo, a centrális egyensúlyrendszeri eltérések és a szédülékenység tartoztak. Az elemzés alapján különbség volt látható a fizikális, a funkcionális és az emocionális pontszámok között. Kiemelendő, hogy a legmagasabb értékeket a fizikális csoportban regisztráltuk. A részletes otoneurológiai kivizsgáláson átesett betegek DHI-értékeit összevetettük azokéival, akik nem jártak ilyen vizsgálaton, a két csoport értékei között azonban nem volt szignifikáns különbség (p = 0,97). Emellett a DHI-érték emelkedése volt látható a végleges diagnózisig eltelt idő függvényében. Következtetés: A végleges diagnózisig eltelt idő, illetve a megfelelő kivizsgálás hiánya jelentős hatással van a szédülő betegek életminőségére. Lényeges a kivizsgálás, a mielőbbi diagnózis és a részletes egyensúlyrendszeri vizsgálat szerepe, ugyanakkor az utóbbi indokolt esetben kell, hogy történjen. Orv Hetil. 2021; 162(30): 1216–1221. Summary. Introduction: Dizziness and vertigo are among the most common complaints in the emergency department. This may require interdisciplinary cooperation due to their complex presentation in the department and the effects on the patients’ quality of life. Objective: Our study aimed to assess the effect of an acute vertigo episode on the quality of life after patients’ discharge from the emergency department. Method: 879 patients examined at the Semmelweis University emergency department with vertigo and dizziness were included in the study. A questionnaire, including the Dizziness Handicap Inventory (DHI), was addressed to this population. We received 308 answered questionnaires back (110 males, 198 females; mean age 61.8 years ± 12.31 SD), which were further analyzed. Results: The most frequent diagnoses were benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, central lesions and dizziness. According to the analysis of the DHI questionnaire, a difference between physical, functional and emotional scores was shown, whereas the highest scores were registered in the physical group. The DHI questionnaire scores of patients undergoing a neurotological examination and those who did not were further compared, whereas no significant statistical difference was indicated (p = 0.97). In addition, an increase in DHI scores was seen depending on the time elapse for the definitive diagnosis. Conclusion: The absence of adequate examination and a late diagnosis of the dizziness cause have a significant impact on the quality of life of patients. Therefore, substantial investigation, early diagnosis, and detailed vestibular examination are essential, but the latter should take place in justified cases. Orv Hetil. 2021; 162(30): 1216–1221.


2003 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 637-641 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jose A. Lopez-Escamez ◽  
Maria J. Gamiz ◽  
Antonio Fernandez-Perez ◽  
Manuel Gomez-Fiñana ◽  
Isabel Sanchez-Canet

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 5-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yeny Concha Cisternas ◽  
Eduardo Guzmán-Muñoz

The vestibular system contributes to the maintenance of the bipedal posture and balance. Peripheral vestibular alterations such as paroxysmal positional benign vertigo have high prevalence in elderly, being responsible for a large number of falls, which can cause disability and death. It has been shown that repositioning maneuvers and physical therapy aimed at restoring balance have good results in reducing symptoms, and also improve the quality of life of elderly.


Author(s):  
Ellen Lindell ◽  
Lena Kollén ◽  
Mia Johansson ◽  
Therese Karlsson ◽  
Lina Rydén ◽  
...  

Abstract Purpose Dizziness may affect quality of life in a negative way and contribute to falls. The aim of this study was to investigate and compare 75 years old with dizziness caused by benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) to those with general dizziness/impaired balance (non-BPPV related) and to those reporting no dizziness, regarding health-related quality of life (HRQL), falls, tiredness, and walking speed in a population-based setting. Method A cross-sectional population-based sample, including 671 75 years old (398 women, 273 men), was investigated for BPPV, dizziness symptoms, falls, and walking speed. HRQL was assessed using the 36-item Short Form-36 Health Survey (SF-36). Result A total of 67 persons (10%) had symptoms of BPPV with 11 (1.6%) having nystagmus when tested for BPPV. Having BPPV as well as general dizziness/impaired balance was associated with reduced HRQL, more tiredness, enhanced number of falls, and lower walking speed. Furthermore, the risk of having BPPV increased fourfold if symptoms of dizziness when turning in bed was reported. Conclusion Having problems with dizziness is common among senior citizens where BPPV can be an unrecognized cause of dizziness that may impact HRQL and overall well-being. As BPPV is common among older adults, and is potentially curable through reposition maneuvers, it is important to liberally test for, and treat the condition. Information about dizziness when turning in bed can help to pinpoint persons with enhanced risk for BPPV also on a population-based level.


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