How can physio help with vestibular conditions?
Did you know Physiotherapists can help with assessment and treatment of some vestibular conditions?
What is the Vestibular System?
The vestibular system, located within the inner ear, is responsible for helping you maintain balance and spatial orientation. It detects changes in movement and position, sending signals to the brain to keep you balanced. When this system is disrupted, it can lead to dizziness, vertigo, and difficulties with balance. The most common condition treated through physiotherapy is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV).
How Vestibular Physiotherapy Can Help
Our vestibular physiotherapists use evidence-based techniques to assess and treat vestibular disorders, aiming to reduce symptoms and restore normal function. Treatment may include:
- Canalith Repositioning Maneuvers: Specific head movements to treat BPPV by relocating displaced crystals in the inner ear.
- Balance and Gait Training: Exercises designed to improve stability and reduce fall risk.
- Habituation Exercises: Gradual exposure exercises to help reduce sensitivity to motion and dizziness triggers.
- Eye and Head Coordination Exercises: Techniques to improve eye movement control and reduce dizziness with head movements.
If you have any questions in regards to vestibular physiotherapy assessment and/or treatment, please contact us on 07 3888 6699 or 07 3886 9470. You can also book online using our website portal.