17 Questions
Which type of therapy is mentioned as a potential treatment for persistent postural perceptual dizziness?
Physical therapy
What type of medication is suggested for symptom improvement in research related to PPPD?
Serotonin or norepinephrine medication
How can central vertigo be differentiated from peripheral vertigo?
By provoking factors and associated impairments
What is a common symptom associated with persistent postural perceptual dizziness?
Anxiety
What is recommended for non-otologic causes of dizziness in the text?
Vestibular rehabilitation combined with other interventions
What is the most common cause of vertigo in the pediatric population?
Vestibular migraine
What percentage of dizziness cases is attributed to central nervous system vestibular pathology?
25%
Which type of medication is commonly used for migraine prophylaxis in patients with vestibular migraine?
Tricyclic antidepressants
What is a common symptom associated with persistent postural perceptual dizziness?
Unsteadiness or dizziness without vertigo
Which of the following is NOT a cause of central nervous system vestibular pathology related to dizziness?
High cholesterol levels
What common symptoms are associated with TBI-related dizziness besides dizziness itself?
Tinnitus, headache, fatigue
Which neural pathways are believed to be compromised in cervicogenic dizziness?
Proprioceptive neuropathways in the cervical spine
What structures in the brain are interrelated in concussion pathology leading to dizziness or vertigo?
Cerebellum and brainstem
What is the suggested treatment for cervicogenic dizziness that targets postural retraining and manual therapy for cervical spine impairments?
Physical therapy
Which type of vertigo is associated with symptoms of vertigo timed with migraines?
Vestibular migraine
Which area shows extensive neural connections with the vestibular system, linking mechanical receptors in C1 to C3 with various reflex pathways?
Cervical region of the spine
How can spasms affecting blood circulation in the posterior arterial supply contribute to migraine and vertigo symptoms?
By creating temporary compromise in arterial supply to the vestibular system and brainstem
Explore the central, non-ontological causes of dizziness related to disorders in the central nervous system, particularly the vestibular pathology. Learn about various conditions such as strokes, tumors, insufficient blood supply, demyelinating diseases like multiple sclerosis, and traumatic brain injuries that can lead to dizziness.
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