How to Stop Dizziness

Different people have different understandings of the word "vertigo". Because vertigo has no obvious symptoms and can have multiple causes, it may take some trial and error to find a way to stop it. You can try any of the following methods.

But if it doesn’t work after several attempts, you have to go to the hospital and ask a doctor to help you find out the cause of your dizziness.

How to Recover Quickly

Sit or lie down. People are most likely to feel dizzy or light-headed when they stand up or move around. When symptoms first occur, sit or lie down immediately. This can help you relieve the spinning feeling and make you safer in situations where you are prone to falling.

• When sitting, bury your head between your legs to allow blood to flow to your brain. The same effect can be achieved by lying down.
• Sit or lie down and rest for one to two minutes. You can also stay there until the dizziness goes away. Move slowly when getting up to avoid causing dizziness again.
• If you suffer from vertigo (a feeling like you’re falling or spinning even though you and your surroundings are still), lie down and rest your head on a pillow or cushion. This is more effective than lying flat on your back.

Drink water. Dizziness is sometimes caused by a lack of water. Insufficient drinking of water during the day, or failure to replenish water in time during or after exercise may cause dehydration. Illnesses such as vomiting, diarrhea, and fever can cause a large amount of body fluid loss and may also be one of the causes of dehydration. After the symptoms of dizziness subside slightly, you should drink more water or add other fluids in time.

• If you don’t like to drink plain water, you can drink energy drinks, lightly sugared hot tea, soup diluted juice, etc.
• Do not drink alcohol or caffeine as this may make dizziness worse.

Had something to eat. Low blood sugar can also cause dizziness, which is especially common in people with diabetes. When dizziness strikes, eat a snack, preferably something rich in carbohydrates or sugar. A piece of chocolate or a banana will do.

• A drop in blood pressure can also cause dizziness. If you think low blood pressure is the cause of your dizziness, eat something salty, such as crackers or pretzels. Sports drinks are also a good choice.

Focus on a specific point. In order to prevent dizziness while spinning, many dancers will fix their eyes on a specific point. People who suffer from vertigo can also try this method.

• Focus on a specific spot, such as a crack in the ceiling or a speck of dust on the floor. Even if your body feels like it’s spinning, you’ll slowly realize that’s not true.
• If you get carsick or seasick, look at a point in the distance or on the horizon. This helps reduce the confusing signals between your brain and eyes that cause you to feel dizzy and uncomfortable.
• However, this method is not effective in some cases of vertigo. Because some types of vertigo are associated with involuntary eye movements, it may be difficult to focus on a single point.

Take a deep breath. Anxiety attacks can sometimes cause dizziness. During an anxiety attack, people often feel out of breath, which is caused by breathing too quickly. If you feel this way, try slowing down and breathing deeply. Not only will it help you calm down, but it can also relieve feelings of dizziness.

• Try breathing slowly through your nose or pursed lips. If you find it helpful, count to 5 or 10 with each breath.
• Place your hands on your belly just below your ribs. When you inhale, air is drawn into your lungs, causing your belly to expand and push your hands outward. As you exhale, you’ll feel your belly flatten again. Do this 3-10 times, or until you feel calmer or no longer dizzy.

Avoid bright light. When you feel dizzy, try to avoid strong light and light sources such as TVs and computers.

• Bright light may disorient you and worsen your feeling of dizziness.
• Find a dark room to sit or lie down. You can also close your eyes and relax for one to two minutes.

Try the Epley Reset. The Epley Maneuver, also called the Otolith Self-Repositioning Maneuver, is an exercise to treat dizziness by moving the head and neck. It can relieve vertigo by forcing the vertigo-causing otoliths (calcium crystals) into the inner ear. The specific operations of the Eppley reset method are as follows:

• Sit down and turn your head 45 degrees horizontally toward the affected ear.
• Keep your head still and lie down flat on your back. Stay in this position for one to two minutes and you will feel the dizziness slowly disappear.
• Turn your head 90 degrees to the other side. Then lie on your side facing away from the affected ear. At this point, you should be looking at the ground.
• Maintain this position. You may feel another wave of dizziness, but it will subside within a minute.
• Slowly return to a sitting position.

Long Term Solution

Move slowly. If you get dizzy easily, be sure not to make too sudden movements. Moving too quickly can have a big impact on blood pressure. Therefore, when sitting down or getting up, move slowly and calmly, and try to grab a stable place such as an armrest.

• When you wake up in the morning, be sure to take steps and get up slowly. First, sit up slowly, then put your feet on the ground, adjust your breathing, relax a little, and then stand up slowly.
• When changing from a sitting position to a standing position, first retract your legs. This will ensure blood circulation and relieve dizziness as much as possible.
• If necessary, use a cane to add stability when walking.

Increase your daily water intake. Lack of water can affect blood pressure and cause dizziness. To prevent your body from becoming dehydrated, drink six to eight glasses of water every day. If you’re already dehydrated, try drinking a sports drink instead. The electrolytes in sports drinks can help you rehydrate quickly, and its effect is better than plain water. In some cases, increasing salt intake may be beneficial.

• If you have a medical condition that requires you to control your fluid intake, such as kidney or heart disease, talk to your doctor before increasing your fluid intake.

Take good rest when you are sick. Certain viral illnesses, such as the common cold or flu, can easily make people dizzy or lightheaded. Resting well during your illness can help you recover faster and minimize the symptoms of vertigo.

Record every time you feel dizzy and look for triggers. Although this sounds a bit strange, it can help you figure out the causes of vertigo, and it can also play a certain preventive role in the future.

• For example, your dizziness may be caused by hunger, getting up too quickly, or having a bath with too hot water. Once you figure out the cause of your dizziness, you can avoid it in advance.
• When symptoms of dizziness occur, simply record the symptoms and the time they occur. Note down any other details you think may be relevant, such as when and what you last ate, your body position during the onset of vertigo, and whether you had any other symptoms.
• Note the duration and severity of vertigo. Use a consistent scale to measure and record severity, such as 1-5, with 5 being the most severe.

Wear flat shoes. If you get dizzy easily, it’s best not to wear high heels. Flat shoes allow the brain to better interpret your posture, thereby ensuring the body’s balance at all times. Flat shoes can also prevent you from spraining your ankle if you lose your balance when you feel dizzy.

• Wear shoes with non-slip soles, especially if you will be walking on wet or icy surfaces.

Adapt to the environment and avoid the risk of falls. When vertigo attacks, people are most worried about falling and getting injured. If you suffer from vertigo, try to improve your living and working environment as much as possible to avoid accidents.

• Tuck away any cords to prevent you from tripping over them during a vertigo attack.
• Use a night light to prevent your brain from getting lost in the dark.
• The carpet should not be too thick, otherwise it will be difficult for your feet to sense changes in position and posture.
• Place non-slip mats in the tub and on the bathroom floor.
• Consider installing handrails in hallways, bathrooms, or stairwells.

Avoid substances that affect blood circulation. Dizziness is often caused by low blood pressure, so try to avoid or limit your intake of substances that affect circulation, such as caffeine, tobacco, alcohol and drugs.

• Some medications can also cause dizziness or lightheadedness. If you think your dizziness is caused by a medication you are taking, talk to your doctor. They may be able to help you adjust your medication dosage or ask you to switch to a different treatment.

Watch for symptoms of other, more serious illnesses. Sometimes vertigo is just one of the symptoms of another medical condition. If you experience frequent dizziness or dizziness that lasts for an extended period of time, it’s a good idea to see your doctor. Your doctor can check you for other underlying conditions. Conditions associated with vertigo include:

• Inner ear problems, such as otitis interna, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), or Meniere’s disease.
• Anxiety disorders, such as post-traumatic stress syndrome.
• Heart rhythm problems, such as atrial fibrillation.
• Orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (P.O.T.S.) or other circulatory problems.
• Syncope (fainting due to reduced blood flow to the brain).
• Nervous system problems, such as brain injury, brain tumors, stroke, or epileptic seizures.

Tips

• During a vertigo attack, stop any activity that would put you or others at risk, such as climbing ladders, operating machinery, or driving.