Why do I still feel waves after a cruise?


Why do I still feel waves after a cruise? Mal de debarquement syndrome is quite uncommon, but its effects can reach beyond those returning from cruise ships. Those who take long trips in airplanes, trains and cars may also notice the persistent sensation of motion afterwards.


Why do I feel floaty and unbalanced?

Common causes include inner ear problems, medicines, infections, and traumatic brain injury. These disorders can occur at any age. But they are most common as you get older. Treatment depends on the underlying cause and can include medicine, rehabilitation, and lifestyle changes.


How do I get my equilibrium back after a cruise?

If you are wondering how to get rid of land sickness after your voyage, many of the same strategies may help:
  1. Keep moving and taking walks or car rides to provide the missing sensation of movement while you readjust.
  2. Stay hydrated and get enough sleep.


Why am I still dizzy 3 days after a cruise?

The disorder is called mal de debarquement syndrome. “It is a phenomenon that isn't fully understood,” says audiologist Julie Honaker, PhD CCC-A, Director of Cleveland Clinic's Vestibular and Balance Disorders Laboratories. “We think it may have to do with the brain rather than the inner ears.”


How long does vertigo last after a cruise?

While the effects typically clear up in a few hours after returning to land, they can last for as long as two days. Symptoms can also return, or increase in intensity, if the condition is triggered.


How long does it take for your body to adjust after a cruise?

When you get back on shore, you need time to get your land legs back. That usually happens within a few minutes or hours, but it can take up to 2 days. With mal de debarquement syndrome, though, you can't shake the feeling that you're still on the boat.