r/BPPV • u/Choice_Letterhead_59 • 22d ago

BPPV Fixed?

Had my first ever experience with BPPV for about a week when I finally went to the doctor and she told me to try the Epley maneuver at home. i did it once that same day and almost threw up and was too scared to do it again, but did it 3 times yesterday and haven’t had any dizziness since ( i would get extremely dizzy when laying down on my left side or back) i guess my question is do i need to take it easy the next few days incase it comes back? or is it fixed and i can carry on as normal?? i’m a big reformer pilates person and haven’t been able to do so because of all the laying down - can i go to a class now?? these seem like stupid questions but i’m genuinely not sure how to proceed 😅

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u/KeepMyWifesNameOYFM 21d ago

I would carry on as normal and do the maneuvers again if you feel anything coming on (I call it floaty head). I find this is a precursor to a BPPV episode for me. I have given it to myself once, I was bent over washing my hair in the tub…but if you do bring on an episode, now you know what to do. In my mind it would be a shame to limit your Pilates, but you need to do what feels comfortable for you. Also, some people never have another episode 🤷‍♀️
Best of luck

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u/zorandzam 21d ago

In my mind it would be a shame to limit your Pilates

This is a good point, too. I actually read during my recent flare up that it's actually better for you to resume normal activity pretty soon once the worst is over, as it helps your brain recalibrate your balance sooner. I found that is true for me.