VESTIBULAR REHAB & PT
Our expert physical therapists specialize in addressing vestibular system disorders.
At Be On The Move, our expert physical therapists specialize in addressing vestibular system disorders. Our exercise-driven vestibular rehabilitation program aims to alleviate dizziness, enhance your ability to stabilize vision, and retrain aspects of your postural control impacted by vestibular dysfunction.
Defining the vestibular system
The vestibular system, consisting of parts of the inner ear and brain, is responsible for managing your balance and equilibrium. Damage to this system may result in sensations of spinning, tilting, or floating, causing you to feel off-balance.
Vestibular disorder causes and risk factors
Approximately 40% of adults over 39 experience vestibular disorders, leading to 58-60 million doctor visits annually. Even about 5% (3 million) of children aged 3+ may encounter dizziness or balance issues.
Typical disorders affecting vestibular system function include:
Vestibular Neuritis
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
Vestibular Labyrinthitis
Meniere's Disease
Ototoxicity
Perilymph fistula
Acoustic Neuroma
Stroke (CVA)
Closed Head Injury / Traumatic Brain Injury (CHI/TBI)
Post-Concussion Syndrome (refer to our Concussion Management page for additional information)
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Identifying vestibular issue symptoms
Vestibular dysfunction symptoms may arise from various pathologies and can be categorized by their anatomic origin as central (within the brain) or peripheral (within the inner ear's vestibular apparatus). Vestibular issue symptoms include:
Dizziness
Vertigo
Imbalance
Lightheadedness
Disequilibrium
Oscillopsia (visual disturbances during movement)
Nystagmus
Ocular tracking difficulties and eye fatigue
Nausea
Falls
Challenges with walking
These symptoms might persist for a few minutes to several hours and can be intermittent.
Overcoming vestibular disorders
Numerous treatment options exist for vestibular disorders, with physical therapy being one of the most effective. Our physical therapists, in collaboration with your physician, will assess your symptoms to determine the optimal treatment approach. From Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) to Post-Concussion Syndrome, our skilled physical therapists can alleviate your symptoms while enhancing your balance, safety, and everyday functionality.
Schedule an appointment with a therapist at Be On The Move today!