The most common cause of dizziness following MTBI is related to post-trauma vestibular system dysfunction, also known as benign positional vertigo. However, vestibular rehabilitation is briefly addressed in the Comprehensive Assessments and Treatments section of this document. Treatment includes restriction of dietary salt and the use of diuretics. This traumatically induced hole through the round or oval inner ear window results in leakage of inner ear fluids into the middle ear. Treatment, if symptoms are not spontaneously resolved, involves surgical repair to close the fistula.
Cervical vertigo is a sensation of dizziness related to musculoskeletal neck injury from whiplash.
Symptoms often respond to multiple therapeutic interventions provided by a physical therapist. Musculoskeletal complaints relate to pain in the neck, back, or other areas of the body.