by Dr. Kim Bell, DPT | Sep 19, 2026 | BPPV, Dizziness, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Vestibular Rehabilitation
TL;DR: To reduce inflammation after vestibular neuritis, start with your healthcare team. A vestibular ENT or Otoneurologist, vestibular physical therapist, and primary care provider can help determine whether medications, dietary changes, supplements, lifestyle...
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 | Jun 21, 2026 | Blogs, BPPV, Dizziness, Geriatric Fall Prevention, Physical Therapy, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Walking Stability
TL;DR Anxiety after vertigo can sometimes develop or persist even when the spinning has resolved. In some cases, lingering mild to moderate vestibular dysfunction may contribute to symptoms such as anxiety while driving, visual motion sensitivity, discomfort in...
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 | 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...