It can occur due to several causes.

Vertigo can also occur with other health conditions, or it may be a side effect of certain medications.

Relaxation techniques such as breathing exercises may help during a vertigo attack.

Person lying on yoga mat doing breathing exericises

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Maneuvers for posterior canal BPPV may delay healing if you have lateral canal BPPV.

Performing them incorrectly can make your symptoms worse.

Take your time and focus on your breathing to help your symptoms subside.

Be patientyour symptoms will improve quicker the more you practice these exercises.

Summary

Vertigo causes a sensation that feels like the room is spinning.

This can occur with conditions that affect the inner ear, or as a side effect of medication.

It can also occur with health conditions such as anxiety or migraines.

Breathing exercises can help ease symptoms triggered by vertigo.

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