Finding Balance: How to Address Vertigo with Physical Therapy

Vertigo is not a condition itself but a symptom characterized by the sensation that you or your surroundings are spinning or moving. This disorienting feeling can range from mild to severe, impacting your ability to maintain balance and perform everyday tasks.

Symptoms of Vertigo

• Loss of balance: This can make it difficult to stand or walk steadily.
• Nausea or vomiting: The spinning sensation can cause a feeling of sickness.
• Dizziness: A general sense of lightheadedness or unsteadiness.

Causes of Vertigo

• Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV): This occurs when certain head movements trigger vertigo, often due to tiny calcium particles clumping in the inner ear.
• Migraines: Severe headaches can sometimes be accompanied by vertigo, even without head movement.
• Labyrinthitis: An infection in the inner ear can cause inflammation, leading to vertigo.
• Vestibular neuronitis: Inflammation of the vestibular nerve, which connects the inner ear to the brain, can disrupt balance and cause vertigo.

How Physical Therapy Can Help

For those experiencing vertigo, physical therapy offers a specialized approach called vestibular rehabilitation. This method aims to improve balance and reduce dizziness through targeted exercises and training. Vestibular rehabilitation typically includes:

• Gaze stabilization: Exercises that help control eye movements and improve focus during head movements.
• Habituation: Techniques to gradually reduce the dizziness response to certain movements or positions.
• Balance training: Exercises designed to improve overall stability and prevent falls.

If you're struggling with vertigo, our team at Reddy Care Physical and Occupational Therapy can connect you with the right therapist to guide you through vestibular rehabilitation. Don't let vertigo disrupt your life—call today to schedule a consultation and start your journey to better balance and well-being.

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Written by:

Dr. Vinod Somareddy, PT, DPT

President

Reddy Care Physical Therapy

Reddy Care Occupational Therapy

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