Course Code: REL-RTS-0-BPPVET
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Determine the pathophysiology of BPPV and how it contributes to vertigo.
Determine the steps of the Dix-Hallpike and Horizontal Roll tests for BPPV.
Select at least three treatment techniques for BPPV and modifications for individuals who are unable to achieve the common treatment positions.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Anatomy and Physiology of the Vestibular System
Why it Matters
Anatomy
BPPV
Review
Vestibular Physiology
Signs and Symptoms of BPPV
Review
Summary
Section 3: Clinical Exam
Comprehensive Approach
Dix-Hallpike Maneuver
Side-Lying Test
Roll Test for Horizontal Canal
Review
Summary
Section 4: Treatment
Treatment for BPPV
Canalith Repositioning for Posterior and Anterior Canalithiasis
Canalith Repositioning for Horizontal Canalithiasis
Liberatory (Semont) Maneuver
Brandt-Daroff Exercises
Meet Mary
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Kayla (Boespflug) Hamilton, PT, DPT, NCS, CLT
Kayla holds a Bachelor of Science degree from North Dakota State University in Exercise Science and received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from The University of Michigan – Flint. Kayla holds additional certifications as an ABPTS Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist and Certified Lymphedema Therapist. She has been a practicing PT for over 8 years and has spent most of her career working in inpatient rehabilitation with various neurological populations. She most enjoys mentoring students, working with those with spinal cord injury, completing specialty wheelchair and seating evaluations, and working with amputees as they learn how to use their prosthetics. Kayla currently is working in an outpatient clinic as the resident lymphedema specialist.
Writer: Nicole Fogarty, PT, DPT
Nicole Fogarty holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Northeastern University. She has experience treating patients with cardiopulmonary, orthopedic, and neurological impairments in the inpatient setting. She also has experience in outpatient orthopedics. She has additional training in medical screening, lumbopelvic examination and treatment, and treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary diseases. Nicole enjoys using her clinical experience and interest in current rehabilitation research as a Physical Therapy writer for Relias.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Occupational Therapist; Physical Therapist; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.