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Vestibular (Vertigo) Therapy

Dizziness and Vertigo are similar symptoms but with some specific differences. Dizziness is the general terminology describes the sensations such as lightheadedness, disorientation and unsteadiness. Vertigo is a specific type of dizziness that often involves a spinning or whirling sensation, typically related to inner ear (vestibular) issues.

There are several different types of conditions that can cause vertigo, such as inner ear (vestibular) disorders, reduced blood flow to the brain (vascular), neck issues (cervicogenic), psychological problems and mild traumatic brain injury (concussion) or vestibular migraines.

Your GP can help determine the appropriate clinician or treatment course for your specific needs.

What does Vestibular Therapy involve?
Vestibular therapy is a specialized form of physical therapy aimed at addressing balance and dizziness issues related to the vestibular system, which includes the inner ear and brain pathways that help control balance. Your symptoms will be assessed with detail, and our physiotherapist with provide a clear and simple explanation into your diagnosis and provide an individualised treatment plan to what best suits you and your needs.

Overall, the goal of Vestibular Therapy is to improve your balance and quality of life by addressing the root causes of your vestibular symptoms.

How can Physiotherapy help with dizziness and vertigo?
Vestibular Physiotherapy can be a helpful option for treating symptoms of dizziness and vertigo, escpeically if these symtpoms are triggered or elevated by movement.

Shirein (our physiotherapist) have completed the training to treat vertigo, therefore she has the specific skills in vestibular rehabilitation, to establish the cause for your symptoms.

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