Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is one of the most common causes of sudden spinning sensations. If you live in Kitchener and have been feeling dizzy when rolling in bed, looking up, or turning your head, you’re not alone — and the good news is that BPPV is highly treatable with physiotherapy.

What Is BPPV?

Inside your inner ear are tiny calcium crystals that help your body sense movement. When these crystals become dislodged and move into the wrong canal, your brain receives confusing signals. This leads to brief but intense episodes of vertigo.

People with BPPV often describe:

• A spinning sensation lasting seconds

• Dizziness when lying down or getting up

• Imbalance or unsteadiness

• Nausea during episodes

These symptoms can feel alarming, but BPPV is benign — and very treatable.

Why Does BPPV Happen?

Common causes include:

• Age‑related changes in the inner ear

• Head injury or concussion

• Inner ear infections

• Migraine‑related vestibular changes

• No clear cause (very common)

Adults over 50 experience BPPV more often, but it can affect anyone.

How Physiotherapy Treats BPPV in Kitchener

At Kitchener Physiotherapy & Wellness, our clinicians use evidence‑based repositioning maneuvers to guide the loose crystals back to where they belong.

These include:

• Epley Maneuver

• Semont Maneuver

• Brandt‑Daroff Exercises

Most patients feel significant improvement in 1–3 sessions, and many feel relief immediately after treatment.

What to Expect at Your Appointment

1. Detailed Assessment

Your physiotherapist will perform positional tests to confirm which canal is affected.

2. Targeted Repositioning Treatment

Based on your assessment, we guide you through the correct maneuver to resolve your symptoms safely and effectively.

3. Education & Home Strategies

We teach you what to avoid temporarily, how to manage symptoms, and how to reduce recurrence.

Can BPPV Come Back?

Yes — recurrence is common, especially with:

• High caffeine or sodium intake

• Nicotine use

• Dehydration

• Poor sleep

• Stress

We provide personalized strategies to help reduce the likelihood of future episodes.

Why Choose Kitchener Physiotherapy & Wellness?

• Experienced clinicians trained in vestibular rehabilitation

• Same‑week appointments

• Gentle, patient‑focused care

• Clear explanations and step‑by‑step guidance

• Convenient location for Kitchener, Doon, Huron, and surrounding areas

Our goal is simple: help you feel steady, confident, and symptom‑free again.

 Book Your BPPV Assessment in Kitchener

If dizziness is affecting your daily life, don’t wait. BPPV responds quickly to proper treatment — and our team is here to help you get back to feeling like yourself.