Vertigo / Vestibular Rehab

What is Vertigo / Vestibular Rehabilitation?

→ Vertigo is a condition in which a person experiences a sensation of spinning or dizziness, as if they or their surroundings are moving. It usually occurs due to problems in the inner ear or the vestibular system, which is responsible for balance. Vestibular Rehabilitation is a specialized form of therapy designed to reduce dizziness, improve balance, and help the brain adapt to inner ear disturbances through specific exercises and movements.

Causes

→ Inner ear disorders (like BPPV, vestibular neuritis)

→ Ménière’s disease

→ Head injury

→ Migraine

→ Infections affecting the inner ear

→ Reduced blood flow to brain

→ Aging

Symptoms

→ Spinning sensation (dizziness)

→ Loss of balance

→ Nausea and vomiting

→ Headache

→ Sweating

→ Abnormal eye movements (nystagmus)

→ Difficulty in walking

Diagnosis

→ Clinical examination by doctor

→ Balance and coordination tests

→ Dix-Hallpike test

→ MRI / CT scan (if required)

→ Hearing tests

→ Vestibular function tests

Treatment Management

→ Vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT exercises)

→ Canalith repositioning maneuvers (like Epley maneuver)

→ Medications (for dizziness and nausea)

→ Treatment of underlying cause

→ Lifestyle modifications

→ Balance training exercises