The most common specific cause of vertigo in older people is benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) — an inner-ear condition that causes brief episodes of spinning, usually triggered by moving the head. NICE recognises BPPV as the most common cause…

What Causes Dizziness in Older Adults? Dizziness in older adults is most commonly caused by inner ear problems, blood pressure drops, medication side effects, heart rhythm issues, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, or age-related balance decline. Often, more than one factor is…