Syncope/ Fainting

Syncope (fainting) describes a loss of consciousness for a brief time triggered by a sudden change in the flow of blood to the brain. 

Some underlying causes of syncope are heart-related conditions that disrupt blood circulation to the brain. You can also experience fainting episodes due to neurological disorders or dysautonomia, a condition that occurs when the autonomic nervous system doesn't function properly disrupting blood pressure lowering blood flow to the brain.

Vivify Medical specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of syncope and its root cause. We offer the latest diagnostic technologies in-office to help identify the underlying imbalance that contributes to syncope. 

When should I seek medical attention for syncope/fainting?

Schedule a diagnostic evaluation at Vivify Medical if you have frequent fainting episodes for no identifiable reason. You should also book an evaluation if you have other symptoms such as:

• Dizziness
• Lightheadedness
• Blurry vision
• Heart palpitations
• Clammy or cold skin

How is syncope/fainting treated?

Your treatment plan for syncope depends on what’s causing your fainting episodes. Vivify Medical provides advanced treatment options to treat root causess that contribute to syncope. Some treatments may include: 

Dr. Beniaminovitz may recommend the following strategies to prevent fainting and other symptoms:

• Dietary changes 
• Increased hydration  
• Addressing electrolyte imbalances  
• Specialized exercise routines 
• Compression stockings  
• Mindfulness of movements and body positions 
• Defensive maneuvers 

Sometimes depending on the underlying cause of syncope, medications may be necessary to correct a cardiac or autonomic problem. Infrequently, further measures must be considered to address the cause of syncope requiring further evaluation and treatment with specialists. At Vivify Medical we use our extensive network with the best physicians and hospitals in New York City to make sure our patients get the best care and have the best health outcomes.  If the care of a specialist is needed Vivify Medical will use its well-established connections to advocate for our patients and make sure they get the best care from the best specialists in New York City.  

Call Vivify Medical today to schedule a diagnostic evaluation for syncope/fainting or book an appointment online.