Canalith repositioning maneuvers, such as the Epley maneuver or the Semont maneuver, are highly effective treatment techniques used by Dr. Corey at DuPont Wellness Mobile Physical Therapy to address positional vertigo. Positional vertigo is a condition characterized by dizziness and a spinning sensation that occurs when the head changes positions, such as when lying down or turning over in bed. This common vestibular disorder occurs due to the displacement of tiny calcium carbonate crystals, or canaliths, within the inner ear. They’re often called “inner ear crystals”.

Dr. Corey's approach involves a series of specific head and body movements that aim to guide the displaced canaliths back to their proper location within the inner ear. By doing so, these maneuvers help alleviate vertigo symptoms and restore normal balance and function in patients.

Before using canalith repositioning maneuvers, Dr. Corey will carefully examine and assess the patient's symptoms and perform diagnostic tests including the Dix-Hallpike maneuver. This test involves rapid head movement while the patient is in a seated position, which triggers vertigo symptoms if canaliths are displaced in the inner ear canals.

Once the diagnosis is confirmed, Dr. Corey will guide the patient through a series of carefully controlled movements. The Epley maneuver is the most commonly used technique and involves a sequence of head rotations and position changes to encourage the canaliths to move out of the affected ear's semicircular canal and into a less sensitive part of the inner ear.

The Semont maneuver is another option employed by Dr. Corey. It requires positioning the patient in a specific way to facilitate the movement of canaliths out of the sensitive inner ear canals. This technique effectively stimulates the repositioning of displaced crystals, providing relief from vertigo symptoms.

Patients may experience immediate relief following canalith repositioning maneuvers, or they may require multiple sessions for optimal results. Dr. Corey will work closely with patients to determine the most suitable treatment plan, taking into consideration the severity of their symptoms and individual response to the maneuvers.

At DuPont Wellness Mobile Physical Therapy, patients can trust Dr. Corey's expertise in canalith repositioning maneuvers for positional vertigo. By successfully repositioning the canaliths, he helps patients regain their balance and overcome the challenges associated with this debilitating condition, ultimately improving their overall well-being.