Vestibular Rehab
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Types of Symptoms
Vertigo (a spinning sensation)
Poor balance
Nausea
Motion sensitivity
Headaches
Sensitivity to bright lights and noises
Decreased tolerance of crowds
Blurring of vision with head movements
Difficulty watching TV or looking at screens
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What Causes Vestibular Disorders?
Head trauma (car accidents, falls, sports injuries)
Inner ear infections
Illness or disease
Aging
Certain medications
Neurological conditions including stroke, brain injury, and Multiple Sclerosis
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Treatment for Vestibular Conditions
Treatment for vestibular disorders varies according to the clinical findings of the assessment. You will be given specific exercises designed to address your cause of dizziness and your symptoms. Occasionally, a simple series of head movements can resolve the symptoms of BPPV with about 90% resolution after the first visit.
Your program may include one or more of the following:
Balance retraining exercises
Specific vestibular or habituation exercises
Exercises to improve visual or gaze stability
A home exercise program
Repositioning maneuver for BPPV (Epley Maneuver)
Manual therapy
Helpful Vestibular Links: