Vestibular Therapy

Vestibular therapy is performed by a specialty-trained physical therapist and involves treating patients with inner ear dysfunction.

What is Vestibular Therapy?

Vestibular therapy is performed by a specialty-trained physical therapist and involves treating patients with inner ear dysfunction. Inner ear dysfunction can include balance deficits, dizziness, and/or a missense of where one is in space.

Vestibular therapy resolves dizziness through positional maneuvers, eye coordination exercises, and habituation exercises, all depending on the type of dizziness. Vestibular therapy restores balance through static and dynamic balance training tasks, often involving head turns and opening and closing eyes on a variety of surfaces.

Conditions Commonly Treated By Our Specialists

Conditions Commonly Treated by Vestibular Physical Therapy Services:

  • Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
  • Vestibular Hypofunction (resulting from Vestibular Neuritis or Labyrinthitis)
  • Meniere’s Disease
  • Generalized Dizziness
  • Concussions/Head Injuries
  • Headaches and Migraines
  • Balance Disorders (generalized, Parkinson’s, stroke, etc.)

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Who Can Benefit From Vestibular Therapy?

People who have an inner ear dysfunction would benefit from vestibular physical therapy. The inner ear houses the vestibular system, responsible for our balance, spatial orientation, and coordinating eye movements with head movements. When this system is affected, dizziness is often present. Vertigo, or the sensation of feeling like you are moving when you’re not moving, typically appears as room-spinning dizziness. Vertigo is a common symptom of inner ear dysfunction, often triggered with head position changes. If the vestibular system is weak, a more generalized dizziness is often present, especially when moving.

Individuals who have difficulty with any of the following would be appropriate for vestibular therapy: rolling over in bed, bending over, turning head quickly, tipping head back/looking up, walking, keeping balance with eyes closed or when standing on an uneven surface, reading, focusing on a target when your head is moving, or shifting eyes from one target to another. Anyone who suffers from dizziness can benefit from an evaluation performed by one of Rock Valley’s vestibular physical therapists, professionals trained to identify the underlying causes of dizziness. If further physical therapy is not determined as suitable, an appropriate healthcare provider will be recommended.

What to Expect During Vestibular Therapy

Vestibular therapy at Rock Valley Physical Therapy is a personalized treatment designed to help you find relief from dizziness, vertigo, and balance issues. During your first visit, your physical therapist will complete a thorough evaluation, including tests to assess your balance, eye movements, posture, and how your symptoms are triggered. From there, you'll receive a tailored plan that may include balance exercises, head and eye coordination training, and strategies to reduce dizziness and improve confidence with daily activities. It's hands-on, one-on-one care that moves at your pace—with the goal of helping you feel steady, safe, and back in control. No referral needed to get started!

Why Choose Rock Valley Physical Therapy?

You deserve someone you can trust. We understand – life is busy. We make getting started easier than you might think. We accept nearly every insurance, and you can come in without a physician referral. Whether it’s lifting a grandchild, exercising, or just walking without pain, we are dedicated to getting you back to the life you want to live.

Experienced Therapists
Our team comprises licensed professionals with specialized training.

Convenient Locations

With over 60 clinics, we offer accessible care close to home.

No Referral Needed
Direct access to physical therapy services without a physician's referral.

Continuity of Care
Patients work with the same therapist throughout their treatment journey.

Real Stories. Real Results.

"The staff and clinicians are all very good. They answered all my questions, time spent with me was excellent and everyone showed great compassion."

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"I was very pleased with all of my care - pre op & post op. You did a wonderful job preparing me for surgery and getting me healed after."

"Excellent doesn't give the staff enough credit to how hard they work for their patient. All of the staff works very hard to give you extra help as each person needs."

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