TABLE 3.
Comparison of treatment results after the Semont and Epley maneuvers
| Test results | Semont maneuver (n = 40) | Epley maneuver (n = 40) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dix‐Hallpike test (first visit) | |||
| • Negative (percentage) | 32 (80) | 36 (90) | .210a |
| • Positive (percentage) | 8 (20) | 4 (10) | .196a |
| VAS for dizziness (median [IQR]) | 2 (2) | 1 (2) | .009b |
| Dix‐Hallpike test (a week post‐treatment) | |||
| • Negative (percentage) | 36 (90) | 37 (92.5) | .251a |
| • Positive (percentage) | 4 (10) | 3 (7.5) | .290a |
Abbreviations: IQR, interquartile range; VAS, visual analog scale.
a Fisher's exact test. b Mann–Whitney U test.