Vertigo After a Ski or Snowboard Fall: BPPV Treatment in Hakuba

A sudden spinning sensation after a fall or a heavy landing is unsettling, and on a ski trip it's often triggered by a knock to the head or a rapid change in position rather than anything more serious. The most common cause we see is BPPV - a mechanical inner ear issue that responds extremely well to the right treatment.

WHY WE CHECK CAREFULLY FIRST:

Dizziness after a fall can occasionally point to something more serious like a concussion or a central nervous system issue, so we screen for red flags before treating. Once we've ruled those out, we assess whether your vertigo fits the pattern of BPPV.

TREATMENT:

For BPPV, we use a specific repositioning techniques which moves the dislodged inner ear crystals back into place. Most people resolve within one or two sessions, which is often enough to save the rest of a ski trip.

GETTING YOU STEADY AGAIN:

We also work on the balance and gaze stability exercises that help symptoms settle faster if they linger, and give you a clear plan for when it's safe to get back on the mountain. For the full breakdown of vertigo after a ski fall, see our Recovery Hub article: Vertigo After a Ski Fall: BPPV Treatment in Hakuba.