Vestibular Therapy

What is Vestibular Therapy?

Vestibular Rehabilitation and Balance Therapy is an exercise-based treatment approach to facilitate central nervous system processes, to compensate for inner ear deficits which result in dizziness and/or imbalance. This therapy is conducted by certified vestibular therapists. 

Signs and symptoms of Vestibular issues could include but are not limited to:

• Chronic dizziness
• Sudden onset of dizziness
• Dizziness with changes in position, turning head, rolling over in bed
• Increased dizziness or disorientation in busy environments
• Motion Sensitivity
• Sensation that stable objects are moving
• Difficulty stabilizing gaze or maintaining visual focus
• Loss of balance with head turns when walking

Diagnoses that could benefit from Vestibular Therapy:

• Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
• Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack, Traumatic Brain Injury, and other Central Insults
• Acute Unilateral Peripheral or Central Insult
• Unilateral or Bilateral Vestibular Hypofunction
• Meniere’s Disease
• Acoustic Neuroma
• Cervicogenic Dizziness
• Vestibular Neuronitis/Labrynthitis
• Vertiginous Migraines
• Unilateral or Bilateral Vestibular Loss
• Status Post any Vestibular or Inner Ear Surgery
• Post Concussive Syndrome

To schedule an appointment or for additional information/questions please call 215-710-2589. You may also contact: Cmalinowski@stmaryhealthcare.org

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