CONDITIONS WE TREAT

Understanding Dizziness and Balance Disorders

Dizziness and balance issues are common concerns that can affect individuals of all ages. At Sydney Dizziness Clinic, we specialise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of vestibular conditions. Our goal is to provide personalised care to help you regain stability and confidence in your daily life.

Our specialist clinic, led by an experienced Vestibular Physician, provides comprehensive care for all types of dizziness, imbalance symptoms and vertigo. We focus on rapid and accurate diagnosis through detailed clinical examination and targeted investigation of your balance system

Conditions we treat
Below is a list of conditions we typically manage in 6 months period.

Most Common Diagnoses

Vestibular Migraine (Definite) – A type of migraine that causes episodes of vertigo or dizziness.
Vestibular Migraine (Probable) – Migraine-related dizziness that meets most but not all criteria for a definite diagnosis.
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) – Brief episodes of vertigo triggered by specific head movements.

Moderately Common Diagnoses

Ménière’s Disease (Definite) – An inner ear disorder causing vertigo, hearing loss, and tinnitus.
Postural Hypotension – A drop in blood pressure upon standing, leading to dizziness.
Other Neurological Diseases – Conditions like Parkinson’s Disease, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, and Multiple System Atrophy affecting balance.
Peripheral Neuropathy – Nerve damage in the limbs that can impact balance.
Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD) – Chronic dizziness often triggered by visual stimuli or motion.
Undifferentiated Diagnosis – Dizziness that doesn't fit into a specific category.
Paediatric Migraine Syndrome Including Vestibular Migraine – Migraine-related dizziness in children.
Non-Specific Dizziness – Dizziness linked to factors like insomnia, stress, anxiety, or caffeine.
Vestibular Paroxysmia – Short, repeated attacks of dizziness due to nerve irritation.
Central Vestibular Pathology – Balance issues caused by problems in the brain or brainstem.

Less Common Diagnoses

Bilateral Vestibular Failure – Loss of balance function in both inner ears.
Mal de Débarquement Syndrome – Persistent sensation of rocking or swaying, often after travel.
Central Positional Vertigo – Dizziness related to central nervous system disorders, triggered by head movements.
Other Non-Acute Vestibular Dysfunction – Long-standing balance disorders that are not sudden or severe.
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) – A condition causing dizziness upon standing, especially in young people.
Post-Concussion Related Dizziness – Dizziness that persists after a head injury.
Anxiety Disorder Affecting Balance – Balance issues related to anxiety or psychological health.
Acute Vestibular Syndrome – Superior Vestibular Neuritis – Sudden severe dizziness due to inflammation of the upper part of the balance nerve.
Ménière’s Disease (Probable) – Symptoms suggest Ménière’s disease but do not fulfil all criteria.
Acute Vestibulo-Cochlear Syndrome – Sudden onset of dizziness with hearing loss.
Acute Vestibular Syndrome – Inferior Vestibular Neuritis – Inflammation of the lower part of the balance nerve, causing dizziness.
Cervicogenic Dizziness or Vertigo – Dizziness linked to neck problems.
Anxiety Disorder Presenting as Dizziness – Dizziness that appears mainly as a symptom of anxiety.
Episodic Vertigo without Auditory Symptoms – Spells of dizziness with no hearing changes.
Presbystasis (Age-Related Loss of Balance) – Balance problems due to aging.
Acute Vestibular Syndrome – Pan-Vestibular Neuritis – Widespread inflammation affecting the entire inner ear on one side.

Taking the Next Step

If you're experiencing dizziness, imbalance, or unexplained vertigo—even if your symptoms don't match the conditions listed above—please reach out to us. Our team is here to help you find answers and develop a treatment plan tailored to your needs.