Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)

Course Overview

Stop guessing when a patient presents with vertigo. This advanced course equips Advanced Care Paramedics with the clinical precision to distinguish Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) from life-threatening central pathologies. Moving beyond basic definitions, you will master the pathophysiology of canalolithiasis versus cupulolithiasis and learn to execute diagnostic maneuvers—including the Dix-Hallpike, Supine Roll, and deep head-hanging—with confidence.

You will gain proficiency in the full spectrum of canalith repositioning procedures, from the Epley and Semont to the Lempert and Gufoni maneuvers, ensuring you can treat posterior, horizontal, and anterior canal variants effectively. Designed for the experienced clinician, this module emphasizes red-flag recognition, clinical decision-making algorithms, and safe patient disposition. Transform your pre-hospital vertigo assessments from reactive to proactive with evidence-based, actionable skills.