Dizziness/Vertigo therapy includes an exercise- based approached aimed at eliminating or minimizing imbalance and dizziness associated with vestibular (inner ear) disorders.
What is a Vestibular Disorder?
A vestibular disorder reduces a person’s ability to move about without experiencing imbalance, dizziness and/or vertigo. The vestibular system is the part of the inner ear concerned with balance and body orientation.
Symptoms:
- Vertigo (sensation of rotation or movement of yourself or your surroundings)
- Dizziness
- Spinning
- Wooziness
- Imbalance/Off-balance
- Tilting environment
- Nausea
- Motion sickness
- Decreased ability to concentrate
- Fatigue
We can help!
Vestibular rehabilitation at Covenant Therapy Centers is an exercise based approach aimed at eliminating or minimizing imbalance and dizziness. Therapy may include:
- Balance activities
- Eye movement activities
- Habituation exercises specifically for vertigo
- Epley Maneuver
The exercise program is individually designed for each patient and carried out by specially trained physical therapists. The goal of treatment is to eliminate the symptoms and/or help a person compensate for a loss or imbalance within the vestibular system.
Covenant Therapy Centers accept most insurance and managed care plans. For questions or information about the clinic nearest you call (865) 541-4500.