Alternative Remedies For Dizziness

Dizzniness can have many causes, such as inner ear problems, low blood pressure or visual disturbances. Treating the underlying cause of your dizziness can often help, but that is not always possible. Sometimes alternative treatments can help reduce or eliminate dizziness. Talk to your doctor to determine the cause of your dizziness before treating it.

Herbs

Ginkgo biloba and vertigoheel may be useful in the treatment of vertigo, a form of dizziness in which a person feels the world is spinning around them. According to a study published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine published in February 2005, both ginkgo biloba and vertigoheel were effective in the treatment of vertigo.

Stop Moving then Sit

Hold still as soon as you feel dizziness coming on, taking care not to move your head at all for a few minutes. This will allow your blood pressure to re-stabilize and helps the inner ear regain its normal equilibrium, according to the "Doctor's Book of Home Remedies." Sitting down may help symptoms improve and provides a safer alternative to trying to stay on your feet.

Touch Something

Lightly touch a nearby object -- like a bookshelf, chair or table -- to help your sensory nerves adjust to your location and to tell your body that you are not actually spinning. Sometimes sensory nerves get overloaded with information and sense that you are spinning when you are not.

Get Up Slowly

Getting up slowly can help people who suffer from dizziness due to blood pressure decreases when changing positions--such as from lying to standing or from sitting to standing. Sit up for a minute, then slowly stand up to give your body time to adjust to your change in position.

Wear Flat Shoes

Flat shoes give your feet more contact with the floor, which can help your brain process information about your posture, according to the "Doctor's Book of Home Remedies." This can be especially useful for people who suffer from inner ear problems. Walking on thick carpet can cushion your contact with the floor, which could also contribute to dizziness.

Use a Night Light

Night lights may be helpful for people who suffer with inner ear problems, as the light can provide visual information to keep your body oriented to where you are.

Avoid Stress and Stimulants

According to the "Doctor's Book of Home Remedies," stress can worsen inner ear disorders, though experts are not sure why. Practice regular forms of relaxation. Mayo Clinic recommends avoiding caffeine, alcohol and tobacco, as they can restrict blood vessels, worsening dizziness.