Vertigo Treatment St Clair
Core Physio & Pilates delivers a focused and detailed assessment process for managing vertigo and dizziness in St Clair.
Understanding Vertigo & Dizziness
Vertigo involves sensations of spinning or feeling off-balance, often stemming from issues in the inner ear, where structures and nerves detect our body’s positioning. Conditions such as Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), vestibular neuritis, migraines, and low blood pressure are among the common causes of dizziness.
The Inner Ear’s Role in Balance
The fluid-filled canals and nerves in the inner ear monitor head movements and transmit signals to the brain, enabling the body and vision to maintain balance. When this mechanism operates correctly, movements remain smooth, but inner ear dysfunction may trigger dizziness and vertigo.
The Symptoms of Vertigo
Those with vertigo often report sensations of:
Spinning
Tilting
Swaying
Unbalanced
Pulled in one direction
These sensations can vary in duration, sometimes lasting minutes or hours, with symptoms that may come and go. Associated symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, abnormal eye movements (nystagmus), and headaches.
The Physiotherapy Assessment Process for Vertigo
Our vestibular physiotherapy approach begins with an in-depth evaluation, tailored to the unique experiences of each client. This involves:
Thorough Health Background Review
- Understanding patterns of dizziness, including frequency and severity.
- Reviewing any relevant medical background.
Thorough Physical Examination
- Checking for any impact on cervical spine functionality.
- Examining positional changes and eye movement effects.
- Evaluating coordination and steadiness.
Note: No referral from a GP is needed; however, bringing any past medical test results can aid in our assessment.
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
BPPV is a prevalent cause of vertigo, originating from displaced crystals within the inner ear’s canals. These crystals disrupt the ear’s balance sensors, resulting in dizziness even with slight head movements. A targeted physiotherapy assessment identifies the specific canal affected, guiding a precise approach to support optimal recovery.
Physiotherapy Techniques for Managing BPPV
Treatment for BPPV includes performing controlled head movements to guide the displaced crystals back to their appropriate location. These manoeuvres are often beneficial within one to two sessions, reducing vertigo symptoms and enhancing stability.
Vestibular Rehabilitation for Long-Term Balance Improvement
Vestibular rehabilitation exercises may assist clients with long-term vertigo by improving balance and lowering fall risk. This approach focuses on:
Reducing motion sensitivity by retraining the vestibular system.
Supporting the brain and nervous system’s adaptation to any vestibular irregularities.
Developing stronger balance through gradual training.
These exercises for rehabilitation can include:
Gradual exposure exercises to reduce sensitivity to movement.
Exercises to strengthen eye control during head movements.
Targeted training to enhance steadiness and coordination.
What Do I Need for My First Appointment?
Your initial session features a full assessment, and a treatment plan suited to your needs. To help us better understand your condition, please bring:
Details of medications being taken and their purposes.
Relevant scan results or medical test findings.
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Caring Physiotherapy Services
Core Physio & Pilatesdio offers a dedicated and systematic approach to assessing and addressing vertigo and dizziness. Located in St Clair, we provide personalised care designed to support clients in regaining their comfort and stability.