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title: Is Dizziness a Sign of a Concussion? | Caze Concussion Institute
description: The vestibular system is responsible for maintaining balance and spatial orientation. After a concussion, this system can become disrupted, causing dizziness or vertigo. The injury can damage the delicate structures within the ear that are responsible for detecting movement and changes in position, leading to a distorted perception of balance.
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# [Is Dizziness a Sign of a Concussion? | Caze Concussion Institute](https://www.cazeinstitute.com/resources/why-dizziness-is-a-symptom-of-a-concussion)

 Written by [Caze Concussion Institute](https://www.cazeinstitute.com/resources/author/caze-concussion-institute) | Feb 1, 2023 3:09:19 PM

 The vestibular system is responsible for maintaining balance and spatial orientation. After a concussion, this system can become disrupted, causing dizziness or vertigo. The injury can damage the delicate structures within the ear that are responsible for detecting movement and changes in position, leading to a distorted perception of balance.

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