Although it is often described as a kind of dizziness, suffering from vertigo can have other connotations, since it is a symptom characterized by an illusory sensation of movement, produced by a loss or alteration of spatial orientation, and which usually originates in the structures of the ear.
The Cinfasalud portal, from Spain, explains that when vertigo occurs, the movement is not real, but people perceive it as such. This sensation can be of rocking, rotation or displacement, and those who suffer from it can feel that it affects their own body or what surrounds them. For example, it may seem to you that you are spinning, that the ground you are walking on is tilting, or that the place you are standing on is spinning.
According to experts, it is a disorder that, although most of the time it is not serious, is very disabling and can reduce the quality of life of the person who suffers from it.
An article from the specialized media Medical News Today indicates that normally this situation occurs only once, but for some people it will continue to occur on a recurring basis until the underlying cause is determined.
The symptoms of this condition can last from a few minutes to a few hours and can come and go, and its treatment will depend on the cause that generates it.
There are various natural remedies that can help relieve the symptoms of vertigo. One of them is ginger. Research published in the scientific journal Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science concludes that the root of this plant can reduce the effects of vertigo. The rhizome it contains helps relieve not only vertigo, but also dizziness.
You can choose to chew a piece of the root at times when you feel dizzy or eat it in powder form. It is also possible to consume as an infusion. To do this, you just have to grate a piece of root regarding three centimeters and boil two cups of water to which the plant is added. Leave it on the fire for regarding five minutes, let it rest, strain it and the drink will be ready to consume.
You can also consume ginkgo biloba, a Chinese herb known to relieve the symptoms of this condition. It works by supplying blood flow to the brain to relieve dizziness and balance problems. A study published in International Journal of Otolaryngology assures that it is as effective as the drug betahistine in controlling vertigo, cites Medical News Today.
How to alleviate the symptoms?
When a person suffers from vertigo, you can take into account some recommendations. These are some of the tips raised by Cinfasalud.
1. Go to bed immediately. When symptoms appear, it is important to try not to move and go to bed as soon as possible. You should not try to read, look at the cell phone or perform any other activity.
2. Relaxed atmosphere. It is ideal to lie down in a quiet room, in which there are no intense or too bright lights.
3. Be very careful when walking. The chances of falling are high during an episode of vertigo. If necessary, it is best to ask for help to get around.
4. Move your head slowly. It is valuable to do these movements very carefully, in order not to exacerbate the symptoms, no matter what activity is being performed.
5. Avoid sudden changes in position. For example, when getting out of bed, you should pay close attention: turn on the light and wait a few minutes to get up.
6. Try to relax. Controlling anxiety is important so that symptoms do not worsen.
7. Once the symptoms disappear, resume activity little by little. You should not be in a hurry to return to the usual rhythm. Similarly, it is advisable to avoid driving or doing sports or work activities that may pose a risk, until at least a week later.
