Experiencing dizziness or a spinning sensation when you move your head can be unsettling and disorienting. One of the most common causes of vertigo is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) — a condition that occurs when tiny crystals within the inner ear become displaced, disrupting your sense of balance.
While BPPV isn’t dangerous, it can make everyday activities challenging and affect your confidence in movement. Osteopathy offers a gentle, supportive approach to identifying and managing BPPV, helping you regain stability and ease.
Inside your inner ear are small calcium crystals (otoliths) that help detect motion and balance. When these crystals move into areas of the inner ear where they shouldn’t be, they can send confusing signals to the brain, resulting in brief but intense episodes of vertigo — often triggered by changes in head position, such as rolling over in bed, looking up, or bending down.
Sudden spinning sensations (vertigo)
Light-headedness or imbalance
Nausea
Motion sensitivity
Dizziness when turning in bed or tilting the head
If BPPV is suspected, a careful assessment is carried out to confirm which ear and canal are affected. One of the most effective treatments for this condition is the Epley manoeuvre — a gentle series of guided head and body movements designed to reposition the displaced crystals in the inner ear.
In combination with this, osteopathic treatment can:
Ease tension in the neck and upper back that may contribute to dizziness
Support the nervous system and circulation
Improve postural alignment and balance
Help the body recover from the disorientation associated with vertigo
Each session is approached with care, ensuring movements are gentle and appropriate to your comfort level. Where needed, you’ll also receive advice on home exercises, posture, and self-care to help stabilise the vestibular system and reduce recurrence.
Book a consultation today to find relief from vertigo and regain your sense of steadiness and confidence in movement.
Founder, Osteopath, Shamanic Healer
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