Evidence supporting the use of: Magnesium
For the health condition: Dizziness

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Magnesium is sometimes used to support or treat dizziness, particularly when the dizziness is related to certain underlying conditions such as migraine-associated vertigo or vestibular migraine. The scientific justification for magnesium's use in this context stems from research indicating a potential role of magnesium deficiency in migraine pathophysiology. Some studies suggest that magnesium supplementation may reduce the frequency and severity of migraines, which are often accompanied by dizziness or vertigo symptoms. Additionally, magnesium plays a key role in neuromuscular transmission and vascular tone, both of which could influence sensations of dizziness when dysregulated. However, the overall evidence specifically linking magnesium supplementation to the treatment of general dizziness (not associated with migraine or clear deficiency) is limited. Most clinical trials focus on its effect in migraine prevention, with indirect evidence regarding dizziness relief. There is also some support for magnesium use in conditions like Meniere's disease, but the data are sparse and not conclusive. In summary, while there is some scientific rationale and a modest amount of clinical evidence supporting magnesium supplementation in certain cases of dizziness (primarily migraine-related), the overall evidence base is limited. The use is not primarily traditional nor is it entirely unsupported; rather, it is rooted in targeted scientific findings with low-to-moderate quality evidence.

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