How Can Physical Therapy Help Vertigo

Vertigo is a symptom, rather than a condition itself. It's the sensation that you, or the environment around you, is moving or spinning.

This feeling may be barely noticeable, or it may be so severe that you find it difficult to keep your balance and do everyday tasks.

Symptoms

• Loss of balance – which can make it difficult to stand or walk
• Feeling sick or being sick
• Dizziness

Causes 

• Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) – where certain head movements trigger vertigo
• Migraines – severe headaches
• Labyrinthitis – an inner ear infection
• Vestibular neuronitis – inflammation of the vestibular nerve, which runs into the inner ear and sends messages to the brain that help to control balance

A physical therapist treats dizziness and balance issues with a method called vestibular rehabilitation. 

This training involves three parts: gaze stabilization, habituation, and balance training.

At Reddy Care Physical and Occupational Therapy, we can get you set up with the right therapist for you. Call today to schedule a consultation!

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Sources:https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/ears-nose-and-throat/vertigo#:~:text=Vertigo%20is%20a%20symptom%2C%20rather,balance%20and%20do%20everyday%20tasks.

https://southorangerehab.com/2019/09/30/why-did-my-doctor-recommend-physical-therapy-for-vertigo/

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Written by:

Dr. Vinod Somareddy, PT, DPT

President

Reddy Care Physical Therapy

Reddy Care Occupational Therapy

Reddy Care Aquatic Therapy

Author

Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy is an outstanding specialty service providing exceptional care and state-of-the-art treatments for the residents of Farmingdale and Great Neck, New York. The combination of innovative exercise programs, manual therapy, and technology together with the expertise of every member of the team enables Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy to provide services that ensure superior clinical outcomes and consistently high patient satisfaction.