Many people suffer from vestibular disorders, which make performing the tasks of daily living a challenge. The following symptoms are common experiences for patients suffering from these disorders:
- Dizziness
- Impaired balance
- Positional vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Motion sensitivity
- Nausea
At times, these symptoms resolve independently, but for many, they do not. For these sufferers, targeted vestibular physiotherapy can help mitigate symptoms and reduce functional limitations. The impact of these symptoms on daily living can be significant and cause far-reaching effects emotionally and mentally. Patients may experience depression and/or anxiety due to how vestibular dysfunction disrupts their daily living.
There is a range of vestibular conditions that may impact a person’s mobility and lifestyle. Some of the conditions we help manage are:
- BPPV
- Vestibular Neuritis
- Meniere’s Disease
- Vestibular Migraines
- Cervicogenic Dizziness
- Concussion
- PPPD
- Labyrinthitis
Our physiotherapy sessions are tailored to the individual, and their specific needs. We endeavour to help those suffering from vestibular issues take back control over their lives with the aid of professionally trained physiotherapists specialising in treating vestibular issues. Your treatment will focus on symptom control and enhanced daily functioning in order to maximise your quality of life. A treatment plan will be designed based on the types of symptoms you are experiencing, and you may find your therapy may include
- Adaptation/Gaze stabilisation exercises
- Gait and balance retraining
- Canalith repositioning
- Falls prevention
- Transfer training
- Habituation exercises
- Self-management techniques
Concussion Rehabilitation:
Neurological physiotherapy can play a crucial role in the management and rehabilitation of people with a concussion. Here are some ways in which we can help:
Assessment and Monitoring:
Physiotherapists can assess the individual's physical function, balance, coordination, vestibular function, neck and visual systems to develop a tailored treatment plan.
Symptom Management and Rehabilitation:
Physiotherapists can help manage symptoms such as headaches, visual, dizziness, and balance problems through techniques such as manual therapy, specific exercise, and education on pacing activities.
Gradual Return to Activity:
Physiotherapists can guide individuals through a gradual return to physical activity, ensuring that they progress at a safe pace and avoid overexertion which can increase symptoms and prolong recovery if not well managed.
Edwina and her team specialise
in treatment of people having difficulty
with walking, balance,
and dizziness
Edwina and her team specialise in treatment of people having difficulty with walking, balance, and dizziness
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We are a proud National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Registered Service Provider. We welcome all NDIS participants, and we can facilitate sessions with one or several of our team of physiotherapists to best achieve your goals.
Our Neurophysiotherapists will work together with you to identify these goals with a service agreement, which we review with you throughout the duration of your plan to best align with your priorities, lifestyle, and identified goals. We work with you and your wider support network to help you achieve your full potential.