Abstract:BACKGROUND: Head trauma can cause secondary benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). BPPV is a common peripheral condition which can lead to significant morbidity, psychosocial impact and increased medical costs [1]. CASE DESCRIPTION: A patient post fall with an associated head trauma presented to the emergency department with severe vertigo, nausea, and decreased mobility. The patient was assessed and treated by a vestibular trained physiotherapist. The patient was treated with one Epley repositioning man… Show more
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