Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT)
At Ottawa Valley Physiotherapy, we offer Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) to help
individuals experiencing dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, and other symptoms related to inner ear and neurological disorders. Our Physiotherapists have specialized training in the assessment and treatment of vestibular dysfunction, using evidence-based techniques to restore balance, reduce symptoms, and improve quality of life.
Vestibular conditions can significantly affect your daily activities, mobility, and confidence.
Through a personalized treatment plan, our goal is to help you regain control, reduce fall risk,
and return to the activities you enjoy.
Conditions We Commonly Treat:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
- Vestibular neuritis or labyrinthitis
- Post-concussion dizziness or imbalance
- Persistent postural-perceptual dizziness (PPPD)
- Age-related balance decline
- Meniere’s disease
- Motion sensitivity
Vestibular Rehabilitation May Include:
- Comprehensive vestibular and balance assessment
- Canalith repositioning maneuvers (e.g., Epley maneuver for BPPV)
- Gaze stabilization and visual-vestibular retraining exercises
- Balance and postural control training
- Education on symptom management and safe movement strategies
- Graded exposure to motion and environmental triggers
Each treatment plan is tailored to your specific symptoms and goals, with close monitoring to
ensure safe progression and effective outcomes.
At Ottawa Valley Physiotherapy, we understand how disruptive vestibular disorders can be – and we’re here to help you find stability, reduce dizziness, and move with confidence.
Contact our clinic today to find out how vestibular physiotherapy can reduce dizziness, improve balance, and restore your confidence in movement.
