University:
Trinity College Dublin
Course:
TR053 | Physiotherapy
Academic year:

2024
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132

Pages:

3
Author:

josee

Vertigo It is a disturbance of the equilibrium system in the high vestibular system, resulting in a feeling of dizziness, spinning as if objects around it are rotating Classification based on symptoms: 1. Paroxysmal vertigo—sudden attacks several mt→sprn – Accompanied by ear complaints (Meniere's syndrome) • Morbus meniere • Pontocerebellar arachnoiditis • Lermoyer Syndrome • Transient ischemia a. Vertebralis • Cogan syndrome • Posterior cranial fossa tumor - No ear complaints • Vertebro basilar ischemia • Epilepsy • Gastric disorders • Migraine equivalent • Vertigo in children • Trigger labyrinth 2. Chronic vertigo → persists for a long time, constant complaints, does not form acute attacks with ear complaints 1. Chronic otitis media 2. TB meningitis 3. Chronicle labyrinth 4. Lues cerebri 5. Labyrinth lesions due to toxic auto drugs 6. Pontic cerebello tumor - No ear complaints 1. Cerebral contusion 2. Encephalitis pontis 3. Post-comusion syndrome 4. Hyperventilation syndrome 5. Pellagra 6. Syringo bulbi 7. Hypoglycemia 8. Multiple sclerosis 9. Ocular abnormalities 10. Drug intoxication 11. Psychological disorders 12. Cardiovascular disorders 13. Endocrine disorders - Change of position • Cervical vertigo • Orthostatic hypotension 3. Vertigo acute attack, gradually decreases but does not disappear a. With ear complaints • Labyrinth trauma • Shingles • Acute labyrinth b. No ear complaints • Vestibular neuritis • Vestibular neuronitis • Anterior vestibular artery syndrome • Vestibular encephalitis • Epidemic vertigo - Labyrinthine bleeding - Neuritis N VIII - Internal auditory injury • Multiple sclerosis • Hemato bulbi • Blockage of the cerebral arteries ant. post