What is Vertigo?
Vertigo is a specific type of dizziness characterized by a sensation of spinning or whirling. It can feel like you or the world around you is moving, even when you’re standing still. This condition can significantly impact daily activities and quality of life, leading to fear of falling, anxiety, and difficulty concentrating.
We’re proud to offer effective treatments for vertigo. Our skilled professionals provide a range of therapies designed to improve balance, reduce symptoms, and enhance overall function.
Physiotherapy
Our physiotherapy treatments incorporate targeted exercises, vestibular rehabilitation, and education to improve balance, reduce symptoms, and enhance overall function. We’ll work with you to develop a personalized program that helps retrain your balance system and reduce vertigo episodes.
Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic adjustments can help address any underlying spinal misalignments that may contribute to dizziness or vertigo. By ensuring proper alignment of the spine and neck, we can support better overall balance and reduce vertigo symptoms.
Massage Therapy
Our massage therapy services provide relaxation, pain relief, and improved circulation. This can be particularly beneficial in reducing tension in the neck and shoulder area, which can sometimes contribute to vertigo symptoms.
Common Questions About Vertigo
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): The most common cause, involving displaced calcium crystals in the inner ear.
- Meniere’s disease: A disorder of the inner ear that can cause vertigo, hearing loss, and tinnitus.
- Vestibular neuritis or labyrinthitis: Inflammation of the inner ear or vestibular nerve.
- Migraine headaches: Sometimes associated with vertigo.
- Certain medications or head injuries.
What are the symptoms of vertigo?
- A spinning sensation (either of yourself or your surroundings)
- Loss of balance or unsteadiness
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache
- Ringing in the ears or hearing loss
- Sweating
- Abnormal eye movements
What are the treatment options for vertigo?
Treatment for vertigo depends on the underlying cause but may include:
- Vestibular rehabilitation exercises
- Canalith repositioning procedures (for BPPV)
- Medications to relieve symptoms
- Lifestyle changes to manage triggers
- In some cases, surgery may be necessary
Your Path to Balance and Stability
At Dusk Physiotherapy, we’re dedicated to helping you overcome vertigo and improve your quality of life. Don’t let vertigo keep you from enjoying your daily activities. Contact Dusk Physiotherapy today to schedule your consultation. Take the first step towards a steadier, more balanced life!
