What is Vertigo?
Vertigo is defined as a spinning sensation. Vertigo is often
referred to as dizziness or unsteadiness, though not all dizziness
represents vertigo. The definition of dizziness varies from patient
to patient. Vertigo might be caused by vestibular (ear) problems,
stroke, head trauma, virus or other illnesses. It can come upon
a patient suddenly or be with them for years. Patients complain
of vertigo and imbalance, gait disorders, and frequent falls.
Common Disorders
Paroxysmal
positional vertigo (BPPV)
Meniere's
Syndrome
Labyrinthitis
Stroke
Vertebro-basilar
insuffiency
Ataxia
Nystagmus
Oscillopsia
Our Services
Illinois Neurological Institute (INI) at OSF Saint Francis Medical
Center offers a unique weekly vertigo clinic that treats over
400 patients each year. Clinical neuro-vestibular testing
is a non-invasive method to evaluate such patients. Treatment
depends on the source of the problem. Some patients with
paroxysmal positional vertigo may benefit from canal repositioning
techniques.
Research
Interests
Positional
Vertigo
Post-traumatic
Positional Vertigo
Vertebro-basilar
Disease
Cerebellar
Strata
Hereditary
Ataxia and Nystagmus
Progressive
Supranuclear Palsy
To
schedule an appointment call (309) 655-2630 - (Hours Monday - Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm)
Clinic Location
INI Diagnostic Center
6th Floor Glen Oak Building
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
530 NE Glen Oak Avenue
Peoria, IL 61637
