Vestibular Rehabilitation, Dizziness, Vertigo & BPPV
One-on-one evaluation and treatment for dizziness, vertigo, BPPV, gaze instability, and motion sensitivity.
Common symptoms and diagnoses treated
Dizziness, spinning, imbalance, motion sensitivity, gaze instability, nausea with movement, and positional vertigo.
How one-on-one physical therapy may help
The plan is matched to the likely source of symptoms and may include repositioning, gaze work, balance training, and gradual exposure to movement.
This information is educational and does not replace an individual evaluation or medical advice. Seek urgent medical care for severe or rapidly worsening symptoms.
Activities that may be difficult
Rolling in bed, looking up, bending, walking in busy environments, driving, and returning to work or exercise.
What the evaluation may examine
Eye and head coordination, balance, walking, positional testing when appropriate, neck contribution, and neurological warning signs.
Treatment approaches may include
Canalith repositioning maneuvers when indicated
Gaze stabilization exercises
Balance and walking training
Gradual motion-sensitivity exercise
Postoperative rehabilitation
After relevant surgery or medical treatment, vestibular care is coordinated with the referring provider and progressed according to precautions.
Questions about this type of care
Is all dizziness caused by the inner ear?
No. Dizziness can have vestibular, neurological, cardiovascular, medication-related, neck, or other causes. The evaluation helps determine the appropriate next step.
Can BPPV improve quickly?
Many cases respond well to repositioning maneuvers, though response varies and other balance or vestibular issues may also need treatment.
Written for patient education and clinically reviewed by Ryan Dooley, DPT.
Let’s understand what is limiting you.
Request a call to discuss one-on-one physical therapy in Palatine, or call 847-686-3962.