BPPV - Diagnosis & Treatment

'Dizziness' is a common complaint. Although there are multiple aetiologies, Benign Paroxysmal Positioning Vertigo is the most frequent cause of dizziness. In the elderly BPPV is often idiopathic, whereas in younger people it is frequently due to trauma such as concussion. BPPV can present with six different variants but given the correct diagnosis, physical treatment is very effective and immediate. In most cases, a detailed history and clinical assessment will lead to a diagnosis and consequent resolution, using the appropriate repositioning maneuvers.

Learning Outcomes

• Revise the anatomy and physiology of the vestibular system.
• Confidently recognise and diagnose all variants of BPPV.
• Differentiate central from peripheral vertigo and recognise 'red flags'.
• Outline history taking and assessment of the 'dizzy' patient.
• Interpret findings, and formulate differential diagnoses and their consequent intervention.
• Competently apply repositioning maneuvers for each variant of BPPV.

The Presenter

Spin-Doctor is Dr Rudi Gerhardt BSc. DO.

Rudi has an impressive 40-year background in Manual Medicine. Initially trained as a Sportsphysiotherapist in Germany, he holds a postgraduate Doctorate in Osteopathy, BSc. Anatomy/ Neuroscience, and Certificates in 'Vestibular Rehabilitation' and 'Concussion Management'. His passion over the last 15 years has been in the field of 'Vestibular Rehabilitation' and 'Concussion Management' . He has lectured at universities and presented at Conferences and CPD seminars for over 25 years.