Vertigo and its associated symptoms nausea, vomiting, blurring of vision, gait and balance disturbances may be caused by such different underlying diseases as Meniere’s disease, stroke, brain tumors or infections, benign vertigo, multiple sclerosis, neuritis or be of phobic, psychogenic origin.

Exact diagnosis of the causes of vertigo is essential for adequate treatment.

In the private neurological practice of Prof. Dr. A. Hufnagel the most advanced diagnostic equipment is available for the diagnosis of vertigo such as a computerized balance check, ultrasound evaluation of brain perfusion, EEG, evoked potentials, electrophysiological measurements, psychometric testing and extended lab evaluation of blood samples. MRI-scans may be performed in close cooperation with neuro-radiologists situated nearby in the center of Düsseldorf.

A dedicated therapeutic program to treat vertigo consists of computerized balance treatment and specific physiotherapy and psychotherapy. In addition, magneto-electrical brain stimulation and neural-acupuncture may be utilized.

Patients from outside Düsseldorf may participate in intense diagnostic and therapeutic programs on a daily outpatient basis in the practice and the associated medical training center. 

For your stay in the centre of Düsseldorf, three 5 star and other hotels are located within 200 m walking distance from the practice. For further information or appointments please don´t hesitate to call: +49 211-863225011