by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Oct 10, 2026 | Clinical Practice
Normal MRI But Still Dizzy? Why Vertigo Can Be Missed If your MRI, bloodwork, and other medical tests came back normal but you’re still dizzy, that doesn’t mean your symptoms aren’t real. Many causes of dizziness and vertigo are identified through a detailed history...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Aug 27, 2026 | Blogs, BPPV, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, FAQs, Physical Therapy, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Vestibular Rehabilitation
TL;DR: A brain MRI is not always necessary before vestibular physical therapy for vertigo. When symptoms are consistent with BPPV and no concerning signs are present, clinical evaluation may be appropriate before imaging. A patient experiencing vertigo recently...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Jul 31, 2026 | Blogs, Clinical Practice, The Bell Method, Vertigo
TL;DR – If you have a recurrent vestibular disorder, learning how to manage severe vertigo at home may help reduce symptoms and avoid unnecessary emergency room visits. Strategies such as active rest, reducing sensory stimulation, following your physician-guided...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Apr 15, 2026 | Blogs, BPPV, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Geriatric Fall Prevention, The Bell Method, Vertigo
TL;DR – Causes of Vertigo by Age The causes of vertigo vary by age group. Children often experience vertigo from concussions or migraines, adults from stress, lifestyle factors, or injury, and older adults commonly from BPPV and age-related changes. Identifying the...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Mar 31, 2026 | Blogs, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, FAQs, The Bell Method
TL;DR Vertigo may cause nausea for some patients because the inner ear sends incorrect motion signals to the brain. Immediate relief focuses on stabilizing the head, reducing visual motion, calming the nervous system, and staying hydrated. Medication can also be...
by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Feb 20, 2026 | Blogs, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, FAQs, Physical Therapy, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Vestibular Rehabilitation
TL;DR – How Long Does Vertigo Recovery Take? Most vertigo conditions do not resolve in a single visit. Vertigo recovery time depends on the diagnosis, severity, and individual response to treatment. While some patients improve within one to three sessions (such as...