Management of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo in an Adult With Severe Osteogenesis Imperfecta. (4th December 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Hoppes, Carrie W.; Klatt, Brooke N.; Dunlap, Pamela M.; Jacks, Beth; Whitney, Susan L.
• Is Part Of: Laryngoscope. Volume 130:Number 9(2020)
• Page Start: 2241
• Page End: 2244
• Publication Date: 2019-12-04
• Subjects: Osteogenesis imperfecta -- benign paroxysmal positional vertigo -- vestibular rehabilitation -- canalith repositioning maneuver; Otolaryngology -- Periodicals; 617.51005
• DOI: 10.1002/lary.28431
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0023-852X

Abstract

Abstract : The purpose of this case report was to describe the evaluation and management of atypical benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) in an adult with severe osteogenesis imperfecta. A 29‐year‐old male was referred to a physical therapist with extensive experience in vestibular rehabilitation who provided horizontal canal BPPV treatment with a canalith repositioning maneuver over two treatment sessions. The individual's symptoms had reduced by 65% and his nystagmus during the roll test was reduced. Extreme care is needed to safely reposition individuals living with severe osteogenesis imperfecta, but the repositioning can reduce symptoms and improve quality of life. Laryngoscope, 130:2241–2244, 2020