ArticleInternational archives of otorhinolaryngology2014
Physical activity in the prevention of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo: probable association.
Article in International archives of otorhinolaryngology, 2014. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 7 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.
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- Risk Factors for the Occurrence of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Frontiers in neurology · 2020Pooled it
- Healing through balance: Empowering benign paroxysmal positional vertigo individuals with nurse-directed interventions.Bioinformation · 2025Article
- Seasonality in benign paroxysmal positional vertigo: a systematic review.BMJ neurology open · 2025Article
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- Update on benign paroxysmal positional vertigo.Journal of neurology · 2021Review
- Unhealthy Lifestyle Is an Important Risk Factor of Idiopathic BPPV.Frontiers in neurology · 2020Article
- Vertiginous Symptoms and Objective Measures of Postural Balance in Elderly People with Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo Submitted to the Epley Maneuver.International archives of otorhinolaryngology · 2016Article
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Abstract
Introduction Physical inactivity is an important risk factor for many age-related diseases and symptoms such as dizziness and vertigo. Objective The aim of the study was to investigate the possible association between benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) and regular physical activity in elderly subjects. Methods This cross-sectional study included 491 elderly individuals who lived independently. Physical exercise was assessed through a questionnaire and BPPV by history and the Dix-Hallpike maneuver. Results The present study indicates no significant association between BPPV with lack of physical activity in men and in the total population. We have confirmed associations between BPPV with lack of physical activity in women (p = 0.01). Women with a sedentary lifestyle who do not practice physical activity are 2.62 more likely to have BPPV than those with regular physical activity. Conclusion These results highlight the importance of identifying risk factors for BPPV that can be modified through specific interventions. Regular physical activity is a lifestyle with potential to decrease the risk of vertigo in women.
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