BPPV, vertigo & ear crystals: why you feel dizzy — and how osteopathy can help in Ixelles, Brussels
Dizziness isn’t weakness.
It’s your balance system asking for recalibration.
If the room spins when you roll in bed, look up, or turn your head, you may be experiencing BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo) — commonly called ear crystals. It’s one of the most frequent causes of vertigo, and it can feel intense, sudden and unsettling.
At our osteopathy clinic in Ixelles, Brussels, we help restore balance naturally by treating the root cause — not just masking symptoms.
What is BPPV (ear crystals)?
Inside your inner ear are tiny calcium crystals called otoconia. When they move into the wrong canal, they send false signals to your brain, causing:
Spinning sensations
Dizziness when changing position
Nausea
Balance instability
BPPV is benign, but the symptoms can disrupt daily life.
Why BPPV happens
Common triggers include:
Head trauma or whiplash
Neck and jaw tension
Postural strain
Vestibular overload
Stress-related nervous system dysregulation
Balance depends on your ears, brain, eyes, neck and nervous system working together — when one system struggles, dizziness appears.
How osteopathy helps vertigo & BPPV
At our clinic in Ixelles, Brussels, we assess:
✔ Inner ear and cranial mobility
✔ Cervical spine and posture
✔ Jaw tension
✔ Breathing and nervous system regulation
We use gentle manual therapy and vestibular repositioning when needed to help your body recalibrate naturally.
What you can do at home
Move slowly and avoid sudden head turns
Stay hydrated and prioritize sleep
Reduce screen posture strain
Sleep with your head slightly elevated
Seek professional assessment early
Early care reduces recurrence and restores confidence with movement.
Osteopath for vertigo in Ixelles, Brussels
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Final thought
Balance is trainable.
With the right support, your nervous system resets — and movement feels safe again.