Motion Sickness Treatment
What is motion sickness?
Motion sickness occurs when conflicting signals are sent to the brain from the body’s sensory organs. Common situations that trigger motion sickness include traveling by car, boat, airplane, or train or riding on an amusement park ride.. If you think you suffer from motion sickness, read on to learn about the symptoms, prevention, and treatment.
What are the symptoms of motion sickness?
The following symptoms are most common:
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
Other symptoms include:
- Sweating
- Fatigue
- Blurred vision
- Shortness of breath
What can you do to help prevent motion sickness?
There are several things you can do to decrease your chances of suffering from motion sickness. These include:
- Avoid sitting in the back seat of a car
- Avoid reading or looking at your phone
- Take occasional breaks
- Chew gum
- Try to look in the direction you are traveling
- Focus on distant objects, such as the horizon
- Eat a light meal before you travel
- Keep water nearby for hydration. For example, take small sips.
How is motion sickness treated?
- Over the counter medication (Dramamine)
- Prescription medication (Meclizine pills or Scopolamine patches)
- Acupressure bands (Sea-Band wrist band)
- Natural remedies (ginger, peppermint, etc.)
Patient First treats many conditions at our urgent care centers including motion sickness. You can visit any Patient First center from 8am to 8pm, any day of the week – no appointment is needed.
Why Patient First?
Patient First provides efficient service that meets your medical needs as well as your schedule. Don’t wait for an appointment—simply walk in to your nearest Patient First center today. Our extended night, weekend, and holiday hours mean you never have to miss work or school. We pride ourselves in a minimum wait at our urgent care centers, which is significantly less than at the hospital emergency room.
