How are Canalith Repositioning Procedures Performed?
The Epley maneuver is the most common CRP performed. It involves a series of head and body movements to guide the dislodged canaliths back to the utricle. The steps are:
1. Have the patient sit upright. 2. Turn the patient’s head 45 degrees towards the affected ear. 3. Quickly lay the patient back so their head is hanging over the edge of the table, maintaining the 45-degree angle. 4. Hold this position for about 30 seconds. 5. Rotate the head 90 degrees to the opposite side and hold for another 30 seconds. 6. Roll the patient onto their side, turning the head another 90 degrees and hold for 30 seconds. 7. Slowly bring the patient back to a sitting position.
