Vertigo: Staying safe when you have balance problems

Why should you take safety precautions for vertigo?

If you experience ongoing bouts of vertigo, no matter what the cause, you have a greater risk of falling and hurting yourself.

Making changes in your environment and lifestyle will help eliminate some of the risks involved with vertigo. Keeping your home free of protruding and sharp objects, having support close by in case of a fall, and letting others know of your condition can help you avoid injury.

Keeping your home environment organized will also give you increased confidence in moving around within your home.

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Author:	Sabra L. Katz-Wise Ralph Poore	Last Updated: November 7, 2006
Medical Review:	Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine Barrie J. Hurwitz, MD - Neurology
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