Timothy C. Hain,
MD •Last update:
July 30, 2022
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Spanish translation of CC exercises (courtesy of Maria Busso).
One of the first "general" interventions for vestibular problems were the Cawthorne-Cooksey (CC) exercises, as shown below. Although some authors state that the CC exercises are outmoded, this is not true. The CC exercises are still in common use (see numerous references at bottom of the Vestibular Rehab page). The CC exercises are mainly used as a home program
This document is one page handout of activities that progress from simple head movement to complex activities such as throwing a ball. There are some small adaptations from the original. One should gradually progress through these exercises. For persons who find these activities easy, move on to a harder one in the group(usually the next one).
Diligence and perseverance are required but the earlier and more regularly the exercise regimen is carried out, the faster and more complete will be the return to normal activity. Ideally these activities should be done with a supervised group. Individual patients should be accompanied by a friend or relative who also learns the exercises.
(Adapted from Dix and Hood, 1984 and Herdman, 1994; 2000)References:see the vestibular rehabilitation page for a detailed list