The effect of powdered ginger root (Zingiber officinale) upon vertigo and nystagmus following caloric stimulation of the vestibular system was studied in 8 healthy volunteers in a double-blind crossover placebo trial. The results reported are based upon 48 vertigo scores and 48 electronystagmograms. Ginger root reduced the induced vertigo significantly better than did placebo. There was no statistically significant action upon the duration or the maximum slow phase velocity of nystagmus.

Ginger

Health conditions analyzed in this study

Dizziness and Vertigo

1 supplement Slightly Positive Ginger

Functions related to this study

Overall health

1 supplement Slightly Positive Ginger

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Body systems related to this study

Nervous System

1 supplement Ginger