- June 30, 2026 | 1:15 PM - 3:15 PM
- PCC, 121A
Post-Traumatic BPPV: Simplifying Assessment, Treatment and Referral
Moderator: Becky Bliss, PT, DPT, DHSc, University of Kansas Medical Center
The most common vestibular pathology associated with head trauma or concussion is benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), which occurs in ~21% of individuals within three months of injury. As per the 2024 “National Athletic Trainers’ Association Bridge Statement: Management of Sport-Related Concussion:” (1) athletic trainers regularly serve as part of an interdisciplinary team managing patients with concussion, and (2) visual-vestibular function is a key domain of concussion assessment. This lecture and lab will provide key elements for BPPV assessment, treatment, and referral considerations to increase athletic trainers’ skill set in managing patients post-head injury.
Learning Objectives - Analyze findings during a basic BPPV history taking and assessment screening for persons post-head trauma/concussion.
- Identify appropriate basic BPPV treatment based on assessment findings.
- Use clinical decision-making skills for appropriate referral for persons post-head trauma with persistent abnormal eye movements, dizziness, and/or imbalance.
Lab Objectives
- Demonstrate key BPPV testing options with effective technique and safety.
Keywords: Concussion; Dizziness; Sports
