Whenever you don’t feel well, it can be hard to keep moving through your day like nothing is wrong. When you have vertigo, that can make it even harder since it feels like your world is shifting around you.

Vertigo is more than just a quick bout of dizziness. Your entire world seems to shift and move before your eyes, and it throws your entire equilibrium off.

It can make it really hard to move your head or bend over without experiencing that sickening shifting sensation. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail has some tips on how to reduce your symptoms below.

What Happens in My Body When I Have Vertigo?

Vertigo is usually a symptom resulting from an imbalance in your inner ear canal. Conditions like migraines, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo or labyrinthitis are all common problems that can make vertigo worse.

Some bouts of vertigo will only last for a couple of seconds, but if you have a severe case, it can linger for days and even weeks. If you have a case like this, it is important to seek out a medical provider for an evaluation.

Other Symptoms of Vertigo

• Intense spinning or world shifting sensations
• Inability to move or bend without making it worse
• Tinnitus (ringing in ears)
• Motion sickness
• Nausea/vomiting

What Can I Do At Home To Treat Vertigo?

Luckily, most mild cases of vertigo will eventually go away on their own. But any time that you are feeling these sensations, chances are that you want relief right away! You can take some anti-nausea medication or try ginger chews to help your upset stomach. You should also take care to move slowly and avoid sudden movements or head turns to reduce the intensity of the spinning.

If you have BPPV-induced vertigo, you can try a specific set of head movements that can help move calcium deposits through your inner ear. These should be done with the approval of your medical provider to ensure they are being done properly. They can help restore balance almost immediately though and you should feel relief right away.

Alleviating Vertigo Symptoms

• Stand up slowly.
• Sleep with your head elevated.
• Avoid turning your head; turn your whole body instead.
• Squat to pick up something instead of bending over.

If your vertigo becomes severe or is recurrent, it is time to see a medical provider. Drop by one of our AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail locations to be seen quickly!