Vestibular Physio
Help for Dizziness, Balance & Vertigo
Many people have experienced some form of dizziness and imbalance at some point in their lives.
Dizziness and Vertigo
Our brain and spinal cord receive information from our eyes, ears, and body to keep us in balance every day.
The vestibular system also helps with spatial orientation, and coordinating eye movements.
The problem occurs when they fail to provide, receive or interpret information. It can result from injury, disease or other factors. It often leads to symptoms such as dizziness, vertigo, unsteadiness, and even nausea.
Our physio are able to access each individual system and prescribe exercises to retrain the body.
Vestibular Physio Services in Queensland
We understand how balance and stability are vital for an independent lifestyle.
Our Vestibular Physio services are designed to treat dizziness, vertigo, and balance issues. Finding relief and regain the optimal equilibrium.
With our team of highly skilled vestibular physiotherapists and state-of-the-art facilities. We are here to provide specialised care to improve your vestibular health.
What is Vestibular Physiotherapy?
Vestibular Physiotherapy, also known as Vestibular Rehabilitation, is a specialised branch of physiotherapy. Focused on diagnosing and treating conditions related to the vestibular system.
Which helps when you’re experiencing:
- Dizziness
- Vertigo (feeling like the room is spinning)
- Balance problems
- Light-headedness/ giddiness
- Unsteadiness when walking
- Motion sickness
- Headaches related to dizziness
How Can We Help?
Our experienced team, specializes in treating vestibular conditions.
We help you:
- Find out what’s causing your dizziness
- Improve your balance
- Reduce vertigo symptoms
- Feel more confident moving around
- Get back to your daily activities
Common Vestibular Conditions We Treat
We help people with:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
- Brief episodes of vertigo triggered by head movements
- Inner ear problems
- Labyrinthitis: inflammation of the inner ear – vertigo and loss of balance
- Vestibular Neuritis: Infection and inflammation of the vestibular nerve – vertigo
- Meniere’s Disease
- A disorder of the inner ear causing episodes of vertigo, hearing loss, tinnitus, and a feeling of fullness in the ear.
- Post-Concussion Syndrome
- Dizziness and balance problems after a head injury
- Persistent Postural Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD)
- Persistent dizziness
- Age-related balance issues
- Motion sickness
- Balance disorders
Your First Visit
During your first appointment, we will:
- Listen carefully to your symptoms
- Check your balance and eye movements
- Test your inner ear function
- Look at how you walk and move
- Create a treatment plan just for you
How Vestibular Physiotherapy Can Help:
After a comprehensive assessment to identify the underlying cause of your vestibular symptoms. A personalised treatment plan will be developed to address your specific needs. Treatment techniques may include:
- Canalith Repositioning Procedures:
- For BPPV. Specific maneuvers are used to reposition displaced crystals in the inner ear.
- Balance Retraining Exercises:
- Customised exercises to improve balance and stability and reduce the risk of falls.
- Gaze Stabilisation Exercises:
- Eye movement exercises to enhance visual stability during head movements.
- Habituation Exercises:
- Help the brain adapt and reduce dizziness caused by certain triggers.
- Education and Lifestyle Modifications:
- Providing valuable insights and recommendations to manage symptoms in daily life.
Why Choose Enhanced Physio?
- Experienced specialists in vestibular treatment
- Comprehensive Assessment
- Evidence-based treatment methods
- Collaborative Approach with other professionals
- All health funds accepted
- Convenient locations in Runcorn and Southport