What causes dizziness:
Inner ear disorders are the cause of 80-85% of dizziness complaints. Inner ear disorders can be caused by whiplash, blows to the head, viral infections, high doses of certain antibiotics, strokes or degeneration of the inner ear’s balance function, also known as the vestibular system, which often deteriorates with age. Vestibular neuritis (typically viral infection of the vestibular nerve) & Meniere’s disease are also common cause of dizziness.
Who benefits from
Vestibular Physiotherapy?
- Having experienced a fall
- Taking many different medications
- Having chronic diseases
- Having arthritis, especially in the legs
- Problems with vision
- Poor or impaired balance
- Weak muscles
- Changes in blood pressure or heart rate
How does a physiotherapist treat Vertigo & Dizziness?
A trained physiotherapist collects detailed information about the condition and medical history, completes a series of clinical tests including observing your eye movements to determine the cause of dizziness.
In acute vertigo caused by displaced particles, a vestibular physiotherapist employs appropriate repositioning manoeuvres to dislodge the particles from the canal and send them back to where they belong which almost immediately resolves symptoms. In many cases, this is enough treatment.
Vertigo and disequilibrium can be very frightening, but do not usually signify any serious or life-threatening disease.
After acute vertigo settles, it is often followed by disequilibrium (diss-eck-will-IB-ree-um), an uneasy feeling of imbalance, as though one might be about to fall over.
In this stage, a vestibular physiotherapist assists patient to reduce dizziness and imbalance by employing exercises to re-train the brain. This is called Vestibular Rehabilitation or Vestibular Physiotherapy.
What is the vestibular
(inner ear) system?
Inner ear disorders are the cause of 80-85% of dizziness complaints. Inner ear disorders can be caused by whiplash, blows to the head, viral infections, high doses of certain antibiotics, strokes or degeneration of the inner ear’s balance function, also known as the vestibular system, which often deteriorates with age. Vestibular neuritis (typically viral infection of the vestibular nerve) & Meniere’s disease are also common cause of dizziness.
Balance and Concussion Treatment and Programs:
A concussion is a mild brain injury due to a traumatic event when the brain is violently shaken.
The following symptoms can occur when an individual is dealing with a concussion:
- Headache
- Nausea & vomiting
- Increased sleeping
- Difficulty with balance
- Difficulties with concentration & memory, confusion
- Difficulty problem solving
- Confusion
- Dizziness
- Sensitivity to light and noise
- Double or blurred vision
- Fatigue
- Cognitive
While Concussions and Disbalance are independent cases, Disbalance can occur after a Concussion.
Here are the ways that a Physiotherapist can help treat concussions.
Rest and Recovery: Limiting activities is very important, especially in the first 7-10 days. A physiotherapist will help you and your family to understand why you should limit most activities and screen time after a concussion. This includes physical, sport, recreational, electronics, school and work until it is safe to return to these activities. A period of rest speeds up the healing process and helps symptoms clear up fast.
Restoring Strength and Endurance: Muscle weakness and general de-conditioning can quickly set in after a concussion. A decrease in physical endurance affects energy level, sleep and recovery time. Your physiotherapist helps you to regain your strength and endurance with a safe and effective exercise program both in the clinic and at home. In later stages of your rehabilitation, the therapist designs exercise drills suitable for the physical demand of your job or based on sports activities. The ultimate goal is to return you to an active lifestyle without making your concussion symptoms worse.
Controlling Dizziness and Improving Balance: Dizziness symptoms and difficulty with balance following a concussion are not uncommon. A physiotherapist trained in vestibular rehabilitation may help to manage these symptoms. The vestibular system includes the inner ear and brain and is one of the systems involved in balance. A qualified vestibular physiotherapist helps to reduce or eliminate dizziness or balance problems after a concussion. This will be achieved by teaching specific exercises to not only reduce dizziness and fear of movement but improve confidence.
Returning to Normal Activity or Sport: A full return to activities of normal life requires that you engage in exercises with no or very little aggravation of your symptoms. A trained physiotherapist will integrate activities to stimulate and challenge your nervous system and brain without overloading it. A safe and quick return to normal life is a collaborative effort between the patient and the healthcare team.
Is there a difference between vertigo and dizziness?
Vertigo
BPPV or vertigo is a false sensation of movement caused by head or body movement. It feels like you or the objects around you are spinning or moving. It is important to understand that vertigo or dizziness is not a disorder or disease in itself. Instead, it is a symptom of an underlying condition.
Dizziness
The symptoms in which you experience when dealing with symptoms involving vertigo of BPPV
What is Vestibular
Rehabilitation Therapy?
Vestibular physiotherapy is an effective treatment for BPPV (Vertigo) as well as other dizziness and balance disorders related to the vestibular (inner ear) system. Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) by Physiomobility is a science-based treatment program offered by our trained physiotherapists for dizziness & balance disorders originating from inner ear dysfunction, injuries such as concussion or neurological conditions such as stroke.
How does vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT) work?
A trained physiotherapist is one of the best medical practitioners to treat BPPV. After a comprehensive assessment, in acute vertigo (BPPV) caused by displaced particles in the inner ear, a vestibular physiotherapist employs appropriate repositioning manoeuvers to reset the displaced crystal particles back in the vestibular canal. In many cases, this is enough treatment. A vestibular physiotherapist complements the repositioning maneuver treatment with exercises to encourage head movement and provides education to minimize the fear of movement and subsequent BPPV attacks. Although very frightening, but vertigo does not usually signify any serious disease. You can access these services via our Toronto clinic.
Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) by Physiomobility in Toronto
The Physiomobility team offers a wide range of physiotherapy services alongside vestibular rehabilitation. Patients can be treated for a concussion, chronic pain, osteoarthritis, and other common health conditions.
The effectiveness of our treatment programs comes from the multidisciplinary approach we take along with the patient care that’s rooted in our commitment to continually provide the highest level of service.
Physiomobility creates a comfortable setting that supports the treatment and rehabilitation of our patients.
We use state-of-the-art equipment in the work we do, and the Physiomobility team is recognized by physicians for the results-driven and evidence-based treatments that our patients receive.
Our treatment programs are customized to the needs of each patient. Through this individualized approach to assessing, diagnosing, and treating clients, the root causes of health issues are addressed rather than just treating the symptoms.
Vestibular rehab treatments can help you restore your physical well-being and prevent more significant health problems from arising. Understanding how the right treatments can correct vestibular functions will help you achieve lasting results.
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