We have all heard of the term “vertigo.” Vertigo is the descriptive word for the sensation of spinning. This can manifest two ways: egocentric (meaning you feel you are spinning) or ecocentric (the world is moving).

On the other hand, when the term “dizziness” is used, this can include the sensation of being off-balance, lightheaded, unsteady, anxious, the feeling of being on a boat, etc.

What does this mean? It means that when someone is experiencing vertigo, this typically indicates that there is a dysfunction located in the inner ear. When someone is experiencing dizziness, it can be caused by a dysfunction that is located in other areas of the brain. When experiencing dizziness of any kind it is important to understand the difference. Often many patients get diagnosed with vertigo, when they may actually be describing dizziness.

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