Herb
Treatment Support
circulatory stimulant
Application
tablet, tincture, capsule
Vertigo
Christopher Hobbs:
“Vertigo is the sense that a person is spinning or that the ground is tilting under them, when in actuality, they are not moving. The problem is often associated with an inner ear problem or problem with the vestibular nerve that connects to the ear.”
Etiologic Factors of Vertigo:
Vertigo is typically caused by issues within the inner ear or brain. Common causes include:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): A disruption in the inner ear’s balance mechanisms.
- Meniere’s Disease: Fluid buildup in the inner ear affecting balance.
- Vestibular Neuritis or Labyrinthitis: Inflammation of the inner ear due to viral infection.
- Migraine-associated Vertigo: Associated with migraines.
- Stroke or Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA): Can cause dizziness or vertigo.
- Head Injury or Trauma: May disrupt balance mechanisms.
- Infections or Tumors: Rare causes, like acoustic neuroma.
- Medications: Side effects of certain drugs, including antihypertensives or sedatives.
When to Seek Professional Help:
You should seek professional help for vertigo if:
- The vertigo is sudden or severe.
- Associated with headache, double vision, or slurred speech (potential stroke or neurological issue).
- Persistent or recurrent vertigo.
- Accompanied by hearing loss or ringing in the ears (may suggest Meniere’s disease or other inner ear problems).
- You’ve had a head injury.
- If vertigo is preventing normal daily function or causing anxiety.
Treatment Plan for Vertigo
When to Treat Vertigo at Home with Herbs:
For mild cases of vertigo, particularly those related to positional dizziness (like BPPV), some herbs may help alleviate symptoms:
- Ginger (Zingiber officinale): Known for its ability to reduce nausea and dizziness.
- Peppermint (Mentha x piperita): May soothe nausea and reduce dizziness.
- Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba): Has been traditionally used for improving circulation, which may help vertigo caused by poor blood flow.
- Lavender:Â (Lavandula angustifolia)Â Can have a calming effect and reduce anxiety associated with vertigo.
Herbal remedies may be used as adjuncts, but if vertigo is persistent or associated with more severe symptoms, professional medical evaluation is recommended.
Christopher Hobbs
“The most commonly recommended herbs today are the blood-moving and antioxidant herbs ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) and hawthorn (Crataegus spp.).”
Generated by ChatGPT; edited and supplemented by Dr. Christopher Hobbs PhD
Herbal Remedies for Vertigo
Herb
Treatment Support
Application
Herb
Treatment Support
sedative
Application
tincture, tablet, capsule, tea
Related Vertigo conditions
Additional Ailment
Herb
Application
No additional ailments found.
The information given here is designed to help you make informed choices about your health. The information is drawn from numerous sources—both traditional medicine practice, from the clinical experience of many herbalists currently practicing, and supported by decades of scientific research from the author. The research most consulted includes human clinical trials that help to determine the most effective and safe herbs for various needs, the best doses, and types of preparations.
The information offered in this database is not intended as a substitute for any that may have been prescribed by your health practitioner or physician.
