Vertigo: Level 1 (Easy) Balance Exercises

Overview

Exercises can help you improve your balance when you have vertigo. Your vertigo symptoms may improve within a few days to a few weeks.

Level 1 exercises include the Romberg exercise, standing sway exercises, and marching in place. These are "beginner" exercises. Over time you may try level 2 exercises, such as turning in place and doing head movements while standing. These are a little harder than level 1 exercises.

With each exercise, start out slowly. Over time, you can gradually try to do the exercise for a longer time or do more repetitions. When you first begin, if possible, have someone with you in case you feel like you're going to fall. As you progress, you may be able to do some of the exercises on your own.