Stop Dizziness

Have you been dancing or spinning, or on new medication that can make you dizzy? Use this simple procedure to eliminate that whoozy feeling!

Steps

 * 1) At the first signs of dizziness, lightheadedness, so faint feelings, sit down immediately to prevent yourself from being hurt.
 * 2)  Stay seated for about two minutes, or until you feel better.
 * 3)  To prevent dizziness if you are turning or spinning (such as in swing dancing), keep staring at the same spot when you complete a spin.
 * 4)  While seated (if the dizzy spell is strong) place your head between your legs for about three minutes, or until the dizziness wears off.
 * 5)  Perform the "Eppley Maneuver" if needed. (See this YouTube video for more information on the "Eppley Maneuver" : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pa6t-Bpg494)
 * 6)  Close you eyes very tightly and keep them squeezed as hard as you can until dizziness wears off.
 * 7)  If none of these work, and you feel the need to, see a doctor immediately.

Tips

 * Drinking a glass of honey water can help a bit.
 * Keeping your hands pressed firmly on your head while sitting may help also.
 * Take Bonine or Meclizine as recommended.
 * See an ENT specialist for Tilt Table/Eppley Maneuver if needed.
 * Clearing up sinus congestion can also work.

Warnings

 * Never spin the opposite way when dizzy from spinning one way.
 * If these tricks do not work, see a doctor IMMEDIATELY.
 * If the dizziness is accompanied by chest pains, shortness of breath, excessive sweating, weakness, severe nausea and/or rapid heart beat. Please seek immediate medical attention! This could be sign of something more serious such as a heart attack!

Related Tips and Steps

 * How to Overcome Dizziness