Q: Recently, I have been getting dizzy and
have almost fallen a few times. Should I
be concerned and what should I do?

A: A common cause of “dizziness” is Benign
Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) and
symptoms may include the sudden sense
that you or your surroundings are spinning,
feeling unsteady, or experiencing nausea.
These symptoms usually occur when changing positions
such as looking up or down, sitting up from bed or reaching
down to tie your shoes, and commonly last less than one
minute. You should see your physician if you experience
these symptoms more than once to rule out more serious
illness, but is typically not serious and effective treatments
are available that can be performed by a physical therapist.