ENT Services • Thiruvananthapuram
Vertigo & Balance Disorders Treatment
Is the world spinning around you? You do not have to live with debilitating dizziness. Get accurate diagnosis and targeted relief at our clinic in Pongumoodu.
Overview & Clinical Context
Vertigo is a sensation of spinning or movement when you are completely still. Unlike general dizziness or faintness, true vertigo gives a false sense that you or your surroundings are rotating, tilting, or swaying. It is most commonly caused by a problem in the vestibular system of the inner ear.
The most frequent cause is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)—a condition where microscopic calcium crystals in the inner ear become dislodged and float into the fluid-filled balance canals, sending erroneous signals to the brain. Other common inner-ear causes include Meniere's disease, vestibular neuritis, and labyrinthitis.
At Dr. Marissa's ENT Clinic in Pongumoodu, Thiruvananthapuram, we focus on identifying the exact root cause of your balance disorder. Most peripheral vertigo cases can be resolved or significantly improved through precise, in-clinic repositioning manoeuvres and tailored vestibular rehabilitation.
Symptoms to Watch For
Spinning Sensation
A false feeling that you or the room is rotating, tilting, or swaying.
Loss of Balance
Difficulty walking steadily or feeling unsteady on your feet during head movements.
Nausea & Queasiness
Feeling sick to your stomach, frequently provoked by sudden position changes.
Abnormal Eye Movement
Rapid, involuntary eye jerks (nystagmus) during positional vertigo episodes.
Ringing in the Ears
Tinnitus or a persistent buzzing or humming sound in one or both ears.
Hearing Fluctuations
Muffled hearing or a sensation of ear fullness accompanying dizziness episodes.
- Episodes of spinning triggered by turning your head or rolling over in bed.
- Unsteadiness lasting several days after a viral cold or flu.
- Dizziness paired with ear fullness, tinnitus, or muffled hearing.
- IMPORTANT RED FLAG: If vertigo is accompanied by sudden weakness, numbness, slurred speech, double vision, or a severe thunderclap headache, seek immediate emergency hospital casualty care.
What Happens During Your Consultation
Detailed Vestibular Assessment
A thorough clinical history and physical examination including Dix-Hallpike testing to pinpoint the exact semicircular canal affected.
Epley's Maneuver
A highly effective, in-clinic canalith repositioning procedure for BPPV that guides dislodged crystals back to their proper chamber—often providing immediate relief.
Vestibular Rehabilitation
A tailored exercise programme to retrain your brain and inner ear balance pathways, improving long-term stability and confidence.
Conservative Medication Management
Appropriate vestibular sedatives or anti-emetics to control acute nausea and severe symptoms during initial recovery stages.
Vertigo Management FAQ
Common questions and clear medical explanations about vertigo management care at our Thiruvananthapuram clinic.
Related ENT Conditions
Explore associated conditions evaluated and treated at our Pongumoodu clinic.
Ear Wax Removal
Ear wax (cerumen) is a natural, healthy secretion produced by the ear canal to lubricate skin and trap dust and bacteria. However, when excess wax accumulates or is pushed deep into the canal by cotton buds, it forms a hard impaction that blocks sound and causes discomfort.
Tinnitus Management
Tinnitus is the perception of sound when no external acoustic source is present. Patients describe it in many ways: a high-pitched ring, buzzing, humming, hissing, whistling, or a rhythmic whooshing. Tinnitus is not a disease itself, but rather a symptom arising from changes in the auditory system.
Hearing Loss
Hearing loss can develop gradually with age or arise unexpectedly following an ear infection, trauma, or wax buildup. Because clear hearing is fundamental to connecting with family, friends, and colleagues, any change in auditory sharpness deserves a thorough clinical assessment.
Book Your Vertigo Management Consultation
Convenient outpatient appointments at our clinic in Pongumoodu, Thiruvananthapuram. Serving families across Ulloor, Kowdiar, Pattom, and Kesavadasapuram.