Vestibular physiotherapy helps people with dizziness, vertigo and balance problems. Many causes respond well to specific, guided treatment. Here's the general picture.
What's going on
Your balance relies on the vestibular system in the inner ear working with your eyes and body. When it's disrupted, for example by BPPV, vestibular neuritis or after a concussion, you can feel dizzy, spinning, off-balance or unsteady.
How vestibular physio usually works
Treatment depends on the cause. Some conditions, like BPPV, often respond quickly to specific repositioning techniques. Others are helped by a tailored programme of gaze, balance and movement exercises that retrain the system over time.
Because the right treatment depends entirely on what's causing the dizziness, a proper assessment is the important first step.
When to see a physio
If dizziness, vertigo or unsteadiness is affecting your daily life, a vestibular assessment can identify the cause and the treatment most likely to help. Seek urgent medical care for sudden severe dizziness with other symptoms such as weakness, slurred speech or a severe headache.
This is general information, not medical advice. For a diagnosis and a plan for your situation, come and see us.
