What is Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy at RVA?

 

Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) is a specialised form of physical therapy that helps to restore balance and reduce dizziness. It is used to treat a variety of conditions, including vestibular disorders, vertigo, and balance problems. VRT includes exercises that help improve coordination, as well as strengthening the muscles used for balance. It can also help reduce dizziness and nausea caused by vestibular disorders. Through Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy, patients can gain better control over their balance system and improve their quality of life.

 Symptoms of vestibule disease:


  • Disturbance in vision
  • Dizziness
  • Hearing disability
  • Spatial disorientation
  • Nausea
  • Impaired postures

 VRT can help improve balance, reduce dizziness, and reduce the risk of falling. Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) is a form of physical therapy that can help individuals with balance and coordination problems. It is often used to treat patients who have suffered from a stroke, head injury, or inner ear infection.

 What is vertigo and what are the symptoms associated with it?

 Vertigo is a type of dizziness that causes a person to feel as if they or their surroundings are spinning or moving. It is often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and imbalance. The most common causes of vertigo are inner ear infections and changes in the position of the head. Other causes can include head injuries, migraines, and certain medications. 

Symptoms associated with vertigo include dizziness, nausea, vomiting, difficulty concentrating, blurred vision or double vision, ringing in the ears (tinnitus), and balance problems. Treatment for vertigo depends on the underlying cause but may involve physical therapy exercises to help improve balance and reduce symptoms. Fortunately, there are several types of therapies that can help treat vertigo symptoms and improve quality of life. 

 These therapies include:


  • vestibular rehabilitation
  • physical therapy 
  • medications 
  • lifestyle changes

 Physical therapy is often used to treat vertigo and the associated symptoms. To choose the right treatment, contact our RVA Physical Therapy. Highly qualified doctors will help you find an individual treatment that will help you.

To schedule a consultation or request more information about available services, contact the RVA Physical Therapy team by phone at (804) 396 6753 or email info@rvaphysicaltherapy.com. 

You can visit the therapy center at 2620 A Gaskins Rd, Henrico, VA, 23238, USA.


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