Vestibular/Concussion Rehabilitation

Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy:

Vestibular Rehab is a patient specific program designed to reduce symptoms that include:

1. Vertigo- Spinning, rolling, turning
2. Lightheadedness- woozy, visual sensitivity
3. Disequilibrium- wobbly on the feet
4. Behavior dizziness- anxious, fear of falling, apprehensive
5. Motion sickness-nausea, vomiting.
   
   

What is Vestibular Therapy?

• The vestibular system includes the part of the inner ear and brain that process information and balance.
• Your Physical therapist will run through a series of tests to evaluate individuals symptoms and designs a treatment program specifically to the patients needs
  
  

Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) may include

• Canalith repositioning
• Strengthening 
• Exercises of trunk and legs
• Standing balance and coordination exercises
• Habituation exercises to reduce the sensitivity of movement
• Gaze stabilization exercises
• Patient and caregiver education
• Home modification to reduce falls. 

Not sure if you are appropriate for vestibular rehab?

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