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Sep 9, 2018 · The Epley manoeuvre is used to treat BPPV (usually of the posterior canal) once it has been diagnosed by the previously mentioned Dix-Hallpike test. This article provides a step-by-step guide to performing both the Dix-Hallpike test and the Epley manoeuvre in an OSCE setting.
- Dr Lewis Potter
Offer a particle repositioning manoeuvre, such as the Epley manoeuvre. Ideally, this should be done at the first presentation in primary care if the expertise and time are available. Symptoms may improve shortly after treatment, but full recovery can take days to a couple of weeks.
The Home Epley Manoeuvre is a method of treating BPPV. (For more information on BPPV please see our separate leaflet). The manoeuvre will most likely cause dizziness and so should be performed in a safe environment.
We have written this factsheet to give you more information about benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). It explains what BPPV is, what the Epley manoeuvre treatment method is and how to perform it safely at home. We hope it will help to answer some of the questions you may have.
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What is the purpose of this procedure? The Dix-Hallpike manoeuvre is designed to assess for one of the most common causes of dizziness arising from the ear – called Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV).
Dec 26, 2017 · There are two main techniques used in the assessment and management of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) – the Dix-Hallpike test and the Epley Manoeuvre. The Dix-Hallpike Test is used for the diagnosis of BPPV, whilst the Epley Manoeuvre can be used for its treatment once diagnosed.
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The Epley Manoeuvre. This leaflet is for patients who have had balance tests performed and have been diagnosed with the most common type of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) which involves the posterior semi-circular canal. This type of BPPV makes up 85% of cases. How is Posterior Canal BPPV diagnosed?
