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What Is Vertigo?
Vertigo is the sensation that you or your surroundings are spinning. It can range from mild to severe, making daily activities difficult and even affecting your ability to get out of bed.
Common Symptoms of Vertigo
- Spinning Sensation (lasting 30 minutes or more)
- Motion Intolerance
- Blurred Vision with Head Movement
- Clicking or Popping Sounds
- Hearing Loss
- Imbalance or Disequilibrium
- Staggering, Swaying, or Veering While Walking
- Lightheadedness
- Nausea or Vomiting
These symptoms can last anywhere from seconds to days and may occur while sitting, standing, or changing positions.
What Causes Vertigo and Dizziness?
Vertigo and dizziness can affect people of all ages, though it is more common in those over 75. Common causes include:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
- Migraines
- Allergies
- Medication Side Effects
- Neck Dysfunction
- Concussion or Trauma
- Inner Ear Infections
What Is Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT)?
Vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT) is an exercise-based program designed to help you adapt to and overcome dizziness and balance issues. At Allied Physiotherapy (Vancouver area), our vestibular physiotherapists use VRT to:
- Reduce Vertigo and Dizziness
- Improve Balance and Stability
- Enhance Visual Focus
- Decrease Fall Risk
- Restore Daily Function and Quality of Life
Your VRT program will include both in-clinic treatments and customized home exercises to maximize results.
Conditions We Treat with Vestibular Rehabilitation
Our vestibular rehabilitation services can help treat:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
- Vestibular Neuritis and Labyrinthitis
- Meniere’s Syndrome
- Vestibular Migraines
- Balance Disorders
- Post-Concussion Dizziness
What Is BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo)?
BPPV is the most common cause of vertigo, caused by tiny particles moving into the inner ear’s semicircular canals. This can trigger brief but intense spinning sensations when you:
- Bend forward
- Look up or reach overhead
- Lie down
- Roll over in bed
At Clayton Heights 188th Street Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic, we treat BPPV with repositioning maneuvers like the Epley Maneuver to move these particles back to where they belong. Many patients feel significant relief after just 1-2 sessions.
Why Choose Allied Physiotherapy for Vestibular Rehab in Surrey?
- Experienced Physiotherapists: Skilled in vestibular rehabilitation and dizziness treatment.
- Personalized Care Plans: Tailored treatments based on your symptoms and goals.
- Cutting-Edge Techniques: Evidence-based methods to maximize recovery.
- Convenient Locations: Multiple clinics across Surrey, Richmond, and North Vancouver for easy access.
What to Expect During Your Appointment
- Comprehensive Assessment: 45-60 minutes to evaluate your symptoms and balance.
- Customized Treatment Plan: Individualized care to address your specific needs.
- Follow-Up Sessions: 30-45 minute appointments to track progress and adjust treatments.
Individualized Treatment for BPPV at Clayton Heights 188 St Physiotherapy Clinic:
- The most common treatment for BPPV is a repositioning manoeuvre, such as the Epley Manoeuvre. The aim is to remove the particles from the semicircular canals of the inner ear and return them to the vestibule, where the particles do not cause spinning.
- This is not a permanent cure, but a treatment. BPPV may recur in a few months, a few years, or it may never recur. It all depends if particles come lose again.
- You do not need to restrict your positions or movements after treatment, except in cases where there is an increased recurrence rate (10% or less of patients with BPPV).
Our Vestibular Physiotherapists at Surrey Hwy 10 Physio finds that patients often have significant improvement within the first session, with some patients requiring more than 1-2 sessions. Cases of traumatic onset can have a higher recurrence rate and may require additional sessions.
Looking for Vertigo & Vestibular Rehabilitation in Clayton Heights, Surrey, BC?
If you suffer from vertigo, our experienced team at Clayton Heights 188th Street Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic can help. We specialize in treating positional vertigo and vestibulopathies. Give us a call or get in touch through our contact form to book an online appointment today.