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A Randomized Trial to Evaluate Resolution of Symptoms Using Vestibular Rehab Versus Conventional Therapy in Patients Presenting to the Emergency Department (ED) With Diagnosis of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Meclizine, Epley Maneuver, and 3 other interventions for Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. Completed, enrolled 26 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is a common complaint of emergency department patients. The importance of early diagnosis and treatment can lead to a much improved quality of life for patients afflicted by this ailment. It is the purpose of this study to evaluate and examine two methods of treatment. Patients will be randomized to receive the more common conventional medication therapy versus the canalith repositioning technique. All patients enrolled into this study are emergency department patients who have been diagnosed with BPPV via a positive Dix-Hallpike Maneuver. The hypothesis of this study is that vestibular rehabilitation will allow for resolution of symptoms without the use of conventional medication therapy in the acute management of BPPV in the emergency department patient.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
medication administration 25mg PO one time
Patient has vestibular rehabilitation utilizing the Epley Maneuver.
Lorazepam 1 - 5mg PO/IV prn
25 - 50mg PO/IV once prn
Ondansetron 4 - 8 mg PO/IV prn