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The Epley maneuver or repositioning maneuver is a maneuver used by medical professionals to treat one common cause of vertigo, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) [1] [needs update] of the posterior or anterior canals of the ear. [2]
Download as PDF; Printable version; In other projects ... It forms the basis of the Epley maneuver which is the modern treatment of benign paroxysmal positional ...
The Half Somersault Maneuver (HSM) is a patient-performed alternative to the Epley for posterior canal BPPV (PC-BPPV). Like the Epley, it uses gravity to move the calcium crystal build-up from the posterior semicircular canal that causes the condition.
A positive test is indicated by patient report of a reproduction of vertigo and clinician observation of nystagmus (involuntary eye movement). For some patients, this maneuver may be contraindicated, and a modification may be needed that also targets the posterior semicircular canal. Such patients include those who are too anxious about ...
I added a link to the article on DizzyFIX. It is a researched device useful for patients (or doctors) who may not do well with the Epley Maneuver. It is therefore relevant to this article. (Note: this could use confirmation from someone with an appropriate medical background.) David Spector (talk) 19:09, 8 November 2011 (UTC)
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The head is in a dependent position so that fluid can drain from the patient's airway; the chin is well up to keep the epiglottis opened. Arms and legs are locked to stabilize the position of the patient. The jaw-thrust maneuver is an effective airway technique, particularly in the patient in whom cervical spine injury is a concern.
Müller's maneuver: Johannes Peter Müller: pulmonology: collapsed section of airway: patient attempts to breathe in with nose and mouth closed (opposite of Valsalva maneuver) Müller's sign: Friedrich von Müller: cardiology: aortic insufficiency: Müller's sign at Who Named It? visible pulsation or bobbing of uvula: Murphy's punch sign: John ...