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[Cervical vertigo: a neurologist's point of view]
I D Stulin1, M V Tardov2, N L Kunelskaya2
1Yevdokimov Moscow State Medical and Dental University, Moscow, Russia.
Zhurnal Nevrologii I Psikhiatrii Imeni S.S. Korsakova
|April 14, 2018
Summary
Cervical vertigo (CV), linked to neck issues, is often overlooked due to unclear symptoms and diagnostics. This review explores evidence supporting CV as a distinct condition, aiding its diagnosis and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Otolaryngology
- Physical Therapy
Background:
- Cervical vertigo (CV) lacks widespread recognition among neurologists.
- Absence of specific clinical symptoms and reliable diagnostic criteria hinders CV diagnosis.
- Substantial experimental and clinical evidence supports CV as a distinct nosology.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review evidence supporting the existence of cervical vertigo.
- To describe the characteristics and types of cervical vertigo.
- To propose unified concepts for CV diagnosis and treatment.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of experimental and clinical studies on vertigo associated with neck pathology.
- Analysis of existing data on CV symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment principles.
Main Results:
- Accumulated evidence suggests cervical vertigo is a legitimate, distinct condition.
- The review details various types of CV and presents diagnostic and treatment principles.
- An attempt is made to formulate a unified concept for cervical vertigo.
Conclusions:
- Cervical vertigo, though under-recognized, has a growing body of supporting evidence.
- Standardized diagnostic criteria and treatment protocols are needed for CV.
- Further research and a unified approach are essential for advancing CV understanding and management.
Keywords:
Barré—Lieou syndromecervical migrainecervical vertigomigraine-associated vertigoproprioceptive dizzinessvertebral artery syndromeMore Related Videos
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