Which type of dizziness involves a feeling of motion when one is stationary?

• A. Paresthesias
• B. Vertigo
• C. Saddle anesthesia
• D. Spinal Fluid

Answer: (B)

Feeling like you’re moving when you’re actually still is vertigo, a dizziness sensation caused by a disturbance in the vestibular system that senses balance and motion. When the inner ear or the brain’s processing of those signals is off, the brain perceives movement even though you’re stationary. You might also notice spinning, tilting, unsteadiness, nystagmus, nausea, or vomiting.

Paresthesias are abnormal sensations like tingling or prickling, not a sense of motion. Saddle anesthesia refers to loss of sensation in the saddle area (perineal region) and isn’t a dizziness syndrome. Spinal fluid isn’t a dizziness type itself, and while CSF issues can cause headaches or other symptoms, they don’t describe the specific sensation of felt movement.