The vestibular system includes part of our inner ear and brain that is responsible for maintaining our balance, stability and spatial orientation. When our vestibular system becomes impaired or injured, it will cause symptoms such as:
Vertigo
Dizziness / Lightheaded / Rocky Sensation
Decreased balance and coordination
Nausea and/or vomiting
Fatigue
Difficulty concentrating
Hearing Loss or Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
Blurry Vision
Neck Stiffness
Anxiety/Depression
Vestibular impairments are very common, approximately 30% of adults over the age of 40 have experienced vertigo or dizziness in their lifetime. Risk factors include: genetic predisposition, age, viral infections, vitamin D deficiency, stress, history of concussion or whiplash. Types of Conditions Treated
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
Vestibular Neuritis
Labyrinthitis
Ramsey Hunt Syndrome
Acoustic Neuroma
Bilateral Vestibular Loss
Vestibular Migraine
Concussion
Vestibular Rehabilitation Based on a detailed assessment, your physio will use a combination of treatment techniques to retrain your brain and vestibular systems. These can include:
Education
Epley Maneuvers
Individualized Vestibular Exercises
Individualized Visual Exercises
Balance Exercises
Neck Strengthening
Manual Therapy
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