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From the Institute for Integrative Healthcare

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Vertigo

Description:

Vertigo is a symptom not a disease. It refers to the spinning sensation (dizziness) that is a result of a disturbance in equilibrium. It is usually caused by a disturbance in some or all portions of the vestibular system (inner ear, vestibular nerve, brainstem and cerebellum). Vertigo can range from mild to extreme resulting in loss of balance and/or nausea.

Precautions:

Massage is contraindicated during periods of vertigo. The cause of vertigo needs to be determined before proceeding with any form of massage.

Can be alleviated by:

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