Index to Chiropractic Literature
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URL http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19539122
Journal J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2009 Jun;32(5):387-390
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Peer Review Yes
Publication Type Case Report
Abstract/Notes Objective: This article describes and discusses the case of a patient with benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) characterized by severe vertigo with dizziness, nausea, and nystagmus, treated without the use of spinal manipulation by a doctor of chiropractic.

Clinical Features: A 46-year-old woman presented for care with complaints of acute vertigo and dizziness.

Intervention and Outcome: The patient was examined and diagnosed with left posterior canalolithiasis by means of the Dix-Hallpike maneuver. She was treated successfully with the Epley maneuver once and subsequently discharged without further treatment.

Conclusion: This case demonstrates the importance of correctly identifying patients with BPPV. This case also demonstrates the successful treatment of BPPV.

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