Why Do I Feel Dizzy When I Stand Up?
The Surprising Cause—and What You Can Do About It Today
Have you ever stood up quickly and felt like the room shifted beneath you?
You’re not alone—and no, it’s not “just getting older.” At MUV Therapy in Mississauga, we help people every single week who are struggling with dizziness, lightheadedness, or feeling “off balance” when they go from sitting or lying to standing.
And here’s the thing…
Most people are told it’s nothing serious.
“Just drink more water.”
“It’s your blood pressure.”
“It’ll go away.”
But what if it doesn’t?
What if every time you stand up you feel unsteady—and it’s starting to affect your confidence, your safety, and even your independence?
That’s when it’s time to dig deeper.
The #1 Reason You Might Feel Dizzy When Standing Up
The most common cause of dizziness upon standing is something called orthostatic hypotension—a fancy term that simply means your blood pressure drops too much when you stand.
But here’s what many doctors don’t check for:
👉 Vestibular dysfunction.
Your inner ear isn’t just about hearing—it’s your body’s internal GPS.
If the sensors in your vestibular system are off, your brain gets scrambled signals. And the result? You feel dizzy, lightheaded, or like you're going to fall—even when your heart, bloodwork, and scans look normal.
So What Can You Do?
We know how frustrating it is when you’ve seen every specialist, had all the tests, and still don’t feel right.
At MUV Therapy Physio & Sports Medicine, our vestibular physiotherapists specialize in uncovering the real root cause of your dizziness.
We start with a comprehensive assessment—often including tests you’ve never had before.
Then we give you a personalized treatment plan to:
✅ Recalibrate your balance system
✅ Strengthen your ability to transition positions safely
✅ Reduce or eliminate dizziness with simple, evidence-based exercises
“I thought I’d never feel like myself again. I was scared to even walk across a room. MUV Therapy gave me my life back.”
— One of our patients who now hikes again after struggling with dizziness for years
Why You Shouldn’t Wait
Dizziness is more than just annoying—it’s dangerous.
It’s one of the top risk factors for falls, especially in older adults. But even young, healthy people can be sidelined by dizziness if it’s not treated properly.
And here’s the good news:
Most vestibular conditions are treatable.
But they don’t go away on their own—and medication is rarely the full solution.
Ready to Get Answers?
If you’re feeling dizzy when you stand up, and you’re ready to stop guessing and start fixing the problem…
👉 Book an assessment with one of our vestibular physiotherapists in Mississauga.
We’ll help you figure out what’s really going on—and how to get back to living confidently, without fear of falling or fainting.
