Do you often feel dizzy or unsteady when moving your head?
At Ashgrove Clinic in Higham Ferrers, we offer the Epley manoeuvre to effectively treat benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), a common cause of dizziness triggered by changes in head position.
BPPV occurs when tiny calcium carbonate crystals (otoconia) in the inner ear become dislodged and enter the semicircular canals, disrupting balance signals to the brain. The Epley Manoeuvre involves a series of specific head movements designed to guide these crystals back to their proper location in the utricle, where they no longer cause symptoms.
The Epley Manuoeuvre is a safe, non-invasive procedure we perform and can provide immediate relief from vertigo.
Your therapist administers the Epley manoeuvre by guiding you through a series of controlled head and body movements.
The therapist first turns the patient’s head toward the affected side before gently lowering them onto their back with the head slightly off the edge of the table. The head is then rotated to the opposite side, followed by rolling the body to align with the head. Finally, the patient is brought back to a seated position. This safe, non-invasive technique uses gravity to reposition the displaced calcium carbonate crystals within the inner ear, effectively reducing vertigo symptoms.
Brooke says:
“Vertigo can be terrifying, if you know someone who suffers, tell them to get in touch. We can help.“
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens at the first appointment?
On your first visit to us a full medical case history will be taken. We need to know all aspects of your health. We will ask about your previous injuries, surgery, illnesses, and we will want to know if you’re taking any medication.
Unless we need further information about your condition we would normally treat you on your first appointment.
What happens during treatment?
Taking the case history will take up a lot of your first consultation. It’s important to really understand whats’ going on for your body and to listen to what you tell us.
Can I claim on my insurance?
If you’re not sure whether you can claim for the Epley Manoeuvre, please check with your insurance before you book.
You might also need to whether you need a GP referral before coming to us. Most insurance companies don’t require a GP referral, but some do.
Once you’ve got the Ok from your insurance company we ask that you pay us after each appointment and then claim the money back from your insurance company yourself.
Can I bring somebody with me?
Of course you can! We are very happy for you to have somebody in the treatment room with you. We are quite used to families coming together or parents bringing kids with them. In fact the osteopaths and rhythmic movement therapist often treat children so we’ve very child friendly!
Incidentally, if we are treating children under the age of 16 we insist that a parent or guardian accompany them.
We also ask that if you’re bringing any children under the age of 16 that they join you in the treatment room and are not left to sit in the waiting room unaccompanied by an adult.
How long are the appointments?
Your first appointment will be about 30 -40 minutes.
Follow-up appointments will depend on your problem.
Do I need a GP referral?
No, you don’t need a referral unless you have private healthcare and your provider requires you to have a referral.
So you can call us any time, or book online, without having to wait for a GP appointment.
Even though a referral by a GP is not necessary, you are encouraged to keep your GP fully informed so that your medical records are up-to-date.
If you have private medical insurance you need to check your cover as some companies specify that you have to have a GP referral.