Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)

Prevention

In most cases, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) cannot be prevented. However, some cases may result from head injuries. Wearing a helmet when bicycling, motorcycling, playing baseball, or doing other sports activities can protect you from a head injury and BPPV.

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Author:	Kathe Gallagher, MSW	Last Updated: March 9, 2007
Medical Review:	Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine Barrie J. Hurwitz, MD - Neurology Donald Sproule, MD, CM, CCFP, FCFP - Family Medicine Andrew Swan, MD, CCFP, FCFP - Family Medicine
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