The person should avoid sudden changes in body position.
Help the person avoid abrupt head movements, especially looking up.
2. Keep the Person Safe
Help the person avoid falls.
If they are nauseous or throwing up, have them lie down on their side.
The person should not drive or operate dangerous machinery.
If they cannot walk safely, take them to the emergency room or call 911.
3. Call a Health Care Provider
Any new signs and symptoms of vertigo should be checked by a health care provider.
4. Follow Up
The health care provider will do a focused physical exam that will include the parts of the neurological exam that focus on balance and the inner ear. This exam may include hearing and balance tests, and possibly a CT or MRI scan.
The most common and effective treatment is called particle repositioning maneuvers (Epley maneuver). A form of physical therapy for the inner ear, it can be done in outpatient setting and continued at home.