by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | May 10, 2022 | Blogs, BPPV, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Geriatric Fall Prevention, Incontinence, Normal Aging, Physical Therapy, Preventing Falls, The Bell Method, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Walking Stability
Not all dizziness problems are caused by vestibular issues, in some cases, there are non-vestibular causes of dizziness. In this article, we will talk about some different causes of dizziness. Blood Sugar + Blood Pressure Levels If you are experiencing dizziness at...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Apr 30, 2022 | Blogs, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Geriatric Fall Prevention, Kimberley Bell, DPT, Normal Aging, Physical Therapy, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Walking Stability
Cardiovascular Disease and Vertigo: Is there a Link? People with underlying cardiovascular disease may experience symptoms of dizziness while sitting still and/or with activity. Often times we find that there is a link between cardiovascular disease and vertigo. This...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Mar 30, 2022 | Blogs, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Geriatric Fall Prevention, Kimberley Bell, DPT, Preventing Falls, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Walking Stability
Depression and Dizziness: What is the Link? In this article, I discuss how depression and dizziness can be related. Depression can Contribute to Dizziness and Imbalance Patients who are experiencing depression may present with self-neglect and may fail to take...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Feb 14, 2022 | Blogs, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Fear of Falling, Geriatric Fall Prevention, Normal Aging, Preventing Falls, The Bell Method, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Walking Stability
Dizziness is a side effect of many prescription drug medications. Blurry vision is another common side effect of certain drugs. Dizziness leads to falls, so it’s important to get to the root cause of why you are feeling dizzy. Side effects of medications and dizziness...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Jan 31, 2022 | Blogs, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, FAQs, Fear of Falling, Geriatric Fall Prevention, Incontinence, Kimberley Bell, DPT, Normal Aging, Physical Therapy, Preventing Falls, The Bell Method, Walking Stability
In my experience, there are five specific ways that bladder problems cause dizziness. Purposeful Dehydration When people have bladder control problems, they do not drink enough water. Purposeful dehydration can help them avoid embarrassing accidents. This makes sense!...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Dec 30, 2021 | Blogs, BPPV, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Dizziness Lying Down, Dizziness Rolling Over, FAQs, Kimberley Bell, DPT, Physical Therapy, Preventing Falls, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Walking Stability
Dental vertigo is a common complaint among my patients. Many of my patients experienced vertigo at or after the dentist. In this article, I will share five causes of dental vertigo. 1. Neck When you are reclined in the dental chair with your head turned to the side,...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Nov 30, 2021 | Blogs, Clinical Practice, Fear of Falling, Geriatric Fall Prevention, Incontinence, Kimberley Bell, DPT, Normal Aging, Physical Therapy, Preventing Falls, Shuffling Feet, The Bell Method, Walking Stability
Statistics of Falling: How Many Older Adults Report a Fall Each Year? The statistics of falling down say that about one out of every 4 older adults are recording a fall once a year. They may or may not have to seek medical care. That statistic of falling came from a...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Oct 13, 2021 | Blogs, BPPV, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Geriatric Fall Prevention, Kimberley Bell, DPT, Normal Aging, Physical Therapy, Preventing Falls, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Walking Stability
More Common Later in Life Across the age spectrum, the peak incidence of problems due to dizziness and the inner ear is in the 50s and 60s and it stays high throughout the lifespan. This is simply because of the normal aging of the inner ear. People can have problems...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Sep 9, 2021 | Blogs, BPPV, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Dizziness Lying Down, Dizziness Rolling Over, FAQs, Geriatric Fall Prevention, Kimberley Bell, DPT, Migraines, Nystagmus, Physical Therapy, Preventing Falls, San Diego, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Walking Stability
Find a Vertigo Doctor If you are someone who is experiencing vertigo and you are looking to find a vertigo doctor who is skilled and qualified to help you, then you are not alone. I hear from people all across the United States and from many foreign countries who have...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Sep 2, 2021 | Blogs, BPPV, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Dizziness Lying Down, Dizziness Rolling Over, FAQs, Fear of Falling, Geriatric Fall Prevention, Kimberley Bell, DPT, Normal Aging, Physical Therapy, Preventing Falls, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Vestibular Rehabilitation
In this article, I answer two BPPV questions. BPPV Questions: Q. After one episode of BPPV resolved with vestibular therapy, is it possible that BPPV never returns? Well, if you are an optimist, of course! But in terms of recurrence rates, it’s about a 35% rate of...
