What is a Headrush?
A headrush is a sudden sensation of dizziness which occurs when someone rises from a seated position. Headrushes are often accompanied by a variety of other symptoms, which vary, depending on the root cause of the headrush. Many people have experienced a headrush at some point in their lives, but persistent headrushes can indicate that there is an underlying medical problem which needs to be addressed. Usually, the strange sensation passes after a few seconds, although it can be very disorienting. Someone experiencing a headrush may feel like he or she is about to fall, and the desire to hold onto something such as a chair or table for balance may be intense. Several things can cause a headrush. Commonly, headrushes are associated with balance disorders, in which the inner ear is not functioning like it should be, so the body feels out of balance. In fact, the body is perfectly well balanced, but the inner ear thinks that it is not, and as a result, neurotransmitters start to fire in a
