How do you do the Epley maneuver on yourself?

What happens during the home Epley maneuver?

1. Start by sitting on a bed.
2. Turn your head 45 degrees to the right.
3. Quickly lie back, keeping your head turned.
4. Turn your head 90 degrees to the left, without raising it.
5. Turn your head and body another 90 degrees to the left, into the bed.
6. Sit up on the left side.

Can you do the Epley maneuver more than once a day?

Although it may need to be repeated more than once, the Epley maneuver is effective in treating over 90 percent of people. Research has shown that there are no adverse effects from this treatment.

How do you know which ear is affected in vertigo?

Steps to determine affected side:

1. Sit on bed so that if you lie down, your head hangs slightly over the end of the bed.
2. Turn head to the right and lie back quickly.
3. Wait 1 minute.
4. If you feel dizzy, then the right ear is your affected ear.
5. If no dizziness occurs, sit up.
6. Wait 1 minute.

When to use the Epley maneuver for BPPV?

Dr. Edward Cho of House Clinic demonstrates the Epley Maneuver for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. This video demonstrated the technique for right sided BPPV.

How many videos are there of the Epley maneuver?

They conducted a search on YouTube in August 2011 for related videos, and found 33 that were demonstrations for the Epley maneuver. The 33 videos had a total of 2,755,607 hits. Eighty-five percent of those hits were for just five videos, with the video getting the most hits (802,471 hits) being a video from the American Academy of Neurology.

Can a person with back problems do the Epley maneuver?

People with health conditions that limit their ability to move may not be able to do the home Epley maneuver safely. These issues can include neck or back disease, vascular conditions, and retinal detachment. Ask your healthcare provider if the home Epley maneuver is safe for you. How do I get ready for the home Epley maneuver?

How to do the home Epley maneuver for left ear?

Follow these steps if the problem is with your left ear: Start by sitting on a bed. Turn your head 45 degrees to the left. Quickly lie back, keeping your head turned. Your shoulders should now be on the pillow, and your head should be reclined. Wait 30 seconds. Turn your head 90 degrees to the right, without raising it.