Vestibular Rehabilitation in Vancouver
At Hartwell Physiotherapy & Wellness, we provide specialized vestibular physiotherapy to help people struggling with dizziness, vertigo, and balance problems. With multiple locations across Vancouver, our team is here to restore your stability, confidence, and quality of life.
What Is Vestibular Rehabilitation?
Vestibular rehabilitation is an exercise-based therapy designed to reduce dizziness, improve balance, and address disorders of the inner ear and vestibular system.
This treatment retrains your brain and body to adapt to balance changes, helping you overcome spinning sensations, unsteadiness, or lightheadedness.
At Hartwell Physiotherapy & Wellness, we design personalized programs that may include manual therapy, balance retraining, and home exercises to help you move confidently again.
Causes of Vestibular Issues
The vestibular system in the inner ear plays a crucial role in maintaining balance. When disrupted, symptoms like dizziness or vertigo appear. Common causes include:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): Displaced crystals in the inner ear cause sudden spinning.
- Labyrinthitis or Vestibular Neuritis: Inner ear infections or inflammation.
- Head Injuries and Concussions: Trauma disrupting the vestibular system.
- Age-Related Changes: Natural changes that raise fall risk.
- Chronic Conditions: Migraines, stroke, or neurological disorders.
Our team provides effective vestibular treatment in Vancouver to help address these issues and restore daily function.
What Does Vestibular Rehabilitation Include?
A typical program may include:
- Assessment – To identify the cause of your symptoms.
- Balance and Gait Training – To improve stability when walking or turning.
- Gaze Stabilization Exercises – To reduce motion sensitivity and visual blurriness.
- Repositioning Maneuvers (for BPPV) – Gentle guided movements to relieve vertigo.
- Home Exercises – Simple routines for faster progress.
- Education & Lifestyle Tips – Tools to manage triggers and prevent flare-ups.
Our Team at Hartwell Physiotherapy & Wellness
Our physiotherapists have advanced training in vestibular rehabilitation and years of experience treating dizziness and balance disorders. We take the time to understand your needs and create a treatment plan that feels achievable.
Patients also benefit from access to complementary services like massage therapy and chiropractic care under one roof.
Why Choose Hartwell for Vestibular Care?
- Specialized expertise in vestibular therapy.
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to your lifestyle.
- 3 Convenient Vancouver locations for easy access.
- Comprehensive care with multiple services in one clinic.
- Supportive therapists who listen and guide you every step.
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Take the First Step Toward Better Balance
You don’t have to live with dizziness or vertigo. With vestibular rehabilitation in Vancouver, our team at Hartwell Physiotherapy & Wellness can help you restore independence and confidence.