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Many people feel dizzy and vomit while travelling in a car, bus, plane or train. Actually this happens due to motion sickness. This problem can happen to anyone from children to adults. Many times people are afraid of travelling due to motion sickness.

So today we news of need In this article we will talk about motion sickness and also know that-

What is motion sickness and why does it happen?
Which people are more at risk of motion sickness?
What things should be taken care of to avoid motion sickness?

Expert: Dr. Urvi Maheshwari, Physician, Jainova Shalby Hospital (Mumbai)

Question- What is motion sickness?

answer- Motion sickness is not a disease. It is just a condition in which the central nervous system of the body gets confused. When the body is sitting still at one place, but it is also moving due to sitting in a vehicle. In such a situation, the brain gets confusing signals whether the body is still or in movement. This can happen when sitting in a car, plane, bus or ship. Some people can also become victims of virtual motion sickness (VMS) while playing video games and virtual reality games.

Question- Why does motion sickness occur?

answer- When our body is moving, the brain receives signals from the eyes, joints and the inner part of the ear about the position of our body at the moment. But when there is a disturbance in the signals of any one of these three or there is no coordination, then the brain is unable to recognize the movement properly, which leads to motion sickness.

Understand it like this, during travelling, the things around us appear to be stationary to our eyes, whereas when we look out of the window, everything appears to be moving. Similarly, the inner part of the ear and the muscles feel that you are sitting still, whereas the eyes feel that you are in movement. Due to receiving two different types of signals, the brain gets confused. This is the reason why we feel nausea, vomiting or dizziness.

Question- What are the symptoms of motion sickness?

answer- Symptoms of motion sickness usually begin immediately after travel or anytime during travel. The severity of these symptoms can vary from person to person. Some people may have mild symptoms, while others may have more severe symptoms.

Understand the symptoms of motion sickness from the graphic given below.

Question: Which people suffer from motion sickness more?

answer- Although anyone can suffer from motion sickness, some people are more at risk. Such as-

Children between 2 and 12 years of age are more likely to suffer from motion sickness because the ability to coordinate between their brain and vision system has not fully developed.
Hormonal changes occur in the body of women during pregnancy. Due to this, pregnant women are also more likely to suffer from motion sickness.
People suffering from health conditions like migraine, anxiety, stress are more likely to suffer from motion sickness.
People who are not used to traveling very long distances can also suffer from motion sickness.
People traveling by boat or flight are more likely to suffer from motion sickness because these things move at a very fast speed.
Most people who consume alcohol or drugs suffer from motion sickness.
Poor ventilation in the vehicle can also cause motion sickness.

Question- Motion sickness can occur in any high-speed vehicle. Which seat is better to sit on in this condition?

answer- Choosing the right seat is very important to reduce the effects of motion sickness. Some tips are given in the graphic below, by keeping them in mind you can reduce the problem of motion sickness.

Question- Is there any cure for motion sickness? How can we manage its symptoms?

answer- The symptoms of motion sickness cannot be completely eliminated, but with the help of some tips you can definitely reduce its risk.

Get some fresh air: If you are in a car, bus or train, open your window and let fresh air in. This will reduce the feeling of motion sickness. While on a flight, point the air vent or overhead vent in your direction. The vents circulate air in the cabin, which makes you feel a little better.

Change your look: If you are reading something on a book, phone or tablet, then close it. Do not look at things that are too close. Try to look at distant things and scenes.

Lie on your back: Lean the seat back and close your eyes. This keeps the body stable, which reduces instability caused by motion sickness.

Eat peppermint or ginger candy: You can eat candy to feel better. Actually, peppermint contains menthol, while ginger contains a compound called gingerol. Both these things soothe the digestive system and reduce the feeling of nausea.

Take a break: If you play video or virtual reality games while traveling, this can also cause nausea or virtual motion sickness. It is better not to play any games. Just rest with your eyes closed and head down.

Question: What preparations should be done before travelling in bus, car etc. with motion sickness?

answer- The best way to prevent motion sickness is to avoid situations that cause it. For this, you can take some measures before traveling. See the graphic below-