BPPV happens when tiny crystals in the inner ear move into the wrong place, causing short bursts of spinning with head movements. It is usually treated successfully with a repositioning manoeuvre, though it can return.

BPPV often resolves in one to three sessions. Other conditions need a longer programme of exercises over several weeks.

Most dizziness has a treatable inner-ear or neck cause. But sudden severe dizziness with weakness, slurred speech, double vision, severe headache or loss of consciousness is an emergency.

Mild dizziness during exercises is expected and is how the brain learns. We adjust the dose so it is manageable.

Yes. Neck stiffness and injury can cause a sense of unsteadiness. We assess the neck as part of your examination.

Not while you have active spinning or severe dizziness. We will advise when it is safe to resume driving.

Yes. It treats dizziness, visual and balance problems after head injury, using a graded programme.

Yes. Worry about falling or about another episode of vertigo can increase dizziness and make people avoid movement, which slows recovery. Education, graded exposure and exercises help break the cycle, and we guide you through it.