BPPV Diagnosis | Dix-Hallpike Maneuver [Performance, Interpretation]

The video tutorial explains the Dix Hallpike maneuver, a diagnostic test for BPPV, a type of vertigo. It covers the symptoms of BPPV, such as dizziness and room spinning, and provides a detailed guide on performing the maneuver. The tutorial also explains how to interpret nystagmus observed during the test to diagnose posterior or anterior canal issues. It discusses the implications of test results, including canalithiasis and cupulolithiasis, and previews further topics like the horizontal roll maneuver.

What is the importance of supporting the patient's head and neck during the maneuver?

What should be monitored during the Dix Hallpike maneuver?

What steps should be taken if no nystagmus is observed after performing the maneuver?

What is the difference between canalithiasis and cupulolithiasis in the context of BPPV?