Navigating the frequency of Cervical Vertigo: Insights and statistics

Abstract

This study focuses on investigating the prevalence of cervical vertigo, delving into the existing knowledge about how frequently it occurs and its distribution across different populations. In ACS Medical College and Hospital, Abitha Modern Physio Center in Kolathur, Blossom Rehabilitation Clinic in Kolathur, and F.O.R Ortho and Neuro Specialty Hospital, a six-month cross-sectional observational study was carried out. The investigation was carried out from January 2023 to June 2023. 244 people in the age range of 40 to 60 made up the sample for the study. Utilizing the vertigo symptom scale, the prevalence was gathered. 244 participants categorized by age, gender, BMI to investigate the prevalence of dizziness. From the statistical data it is clearly stated that female subjects were more affected than men. 41 - 60 Years age group were identified more with complaint. The BMI Classification showed that more of the affected people were overweight. Percentage distribution of dizziness in the Overall Participants using vertigo symptom scale, much of the participants had mild and moderate dizziness. Prevalence of cervical vertigo on different populations were demonstrated in this study. This study sheds light on the prevalence of dizziness across different age groups, gender disparities, and its relationship with BMI classification. The findings contribute to a better understanding distribution of dizziness.

URN:NBN:sciencein.jist.2024.v12.797