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Vestibular Rehab
You don't have to live with the spinning.
Vestibular rehabilitation helps you regain your balance and reduce dizziness caused by inner ear and vestibular disorders. Our trained physiotherapists can help.
Conditions we treat
Vestibular physiotherapy addresses dizziness, vertigo, and balance problems related to the inner ear and nervous system.
Treatment focuses on reducing symptoms and restoring confidence with movement.
BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo)
The most common form of vertigo — sudden onset with a false sensation of spinning, typically triggered by changes in head position.
Vestibular hypofunction
When the balance system in one or both inner ears isn't working properly, causing persistent dizziness, imbalance, and difficulty with movement.
Meniere's disease
A chronic disorder causing prolonged episodes of dizziness or vertigo, often associated with hearing changes and pressure in the ear.
Post-Concussion Vestibular Issues
Dizziness, balance problems, and motion sensitivity that persist after a head injury or concussion.
PPPD (Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness)
A chronic dizziness disorder marked by unsteadiness and visual sensitivity that worsen with upright posture and busy environments.
Vestibular Neuritis & Labyrinthitis
Inflammation of the inner ear — usually from viral or bacterial infection — causing dizziness, vertigo, and balance difficulties.
Mal De Débarquement
A persistent sensation of rocking or swaying that most commonly occurs after getting off a boat, but can also happen after air, train, or car travel.
Our approach to vestibular rehab
Our therapy begins with a vestibular trained physiotherapist who performs a thorough assessment of the vestibular system based on three major areas:
- Eye function
- Balance and mobility
- Dizziness and vertigo
The results of this assessment will guide the physiotherapist to develop a drug-free plan of treatment tailored to meet the needs of the patient. Treatment includes exercises and manual therapy techniques that are performed in the clinic during a treatment session and at home. Progress will be monitored at intervals until the patient’s desired goals are achieved.
Vestibular therapy is proven to be very effective in decreasing symptoms of dizziness, vertigo and nausea, and for many people they can disappear altogether.
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Frequently asked questions about vestibular rehab
You may experience an increase in symptoms during and shortly after treatment. This is normal and typically resolves within a reasonable amount of time. Your Physiotherapist will discuss what to expect before any treatment.
Vestibular issues can recur, though they don't always. The severity of future episodes can vary, but if they were treatable before, they're likely treatable again.
Absolutely. Feeling like the world is spinning can understandably cause anxiety, and we know the treatment itself can be nerve-wracking. Your Physiotherapist will work with you at a comfortable pace and address any concerns before proceeding.
Vestibular disorders can occur without a direct cause — as with Meniere's disease — or they can result from infections, head trauma, aging, or other factors. A thorough assessment will help identify the source of your symptoms.
Take the first step toward finding your balance.
Book your vestibular assessment online or call us at (905) 278-7101.