What Is Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy?
Vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT) is a specialized form of physical therapy designed to treat dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, and related symptoms caused by inner ear and brain disorders. At Longevity Rehab Center in Vero Beach, our therapists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of vestibular conditions.
Conditions Treated with VRT
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) — the most common cause of vertigo; caused by loose crystals in the inner ear canals
- Vestibular neuritis and labyrinthitis — inner ear inflammation causing severe dizziness
- Meniere's disease — characterized by episodes of vertigo, hearing loss, and tinnitus
- Persistent postural-perceptual dizziness (PPPD) — chronic dizziness worsened by movement and visual environments
- Post-concussion dizziness — vestibular symptoms following head injury
- Age-related balance decline — multifactorial balance disorders in older adults
BPPV: The Most Treatable Cause of Vertigo
BPPV is responsible for up to 50% of dizziness in older adults. The spinning sensation it causes — particularly when rolling over in bed or looking up — is often completely resolved in one to three therapy sessions using a repositioning maneuver called the Epley maneuver. If you experience brief episodes of intense spinning triggered by head position changes, call us immediately — this is highly treatable.
What to Expect in VRT
After a thorough evaluation, your therapist will design a customized program that may include:
- Gaze stabilization exercises — to improve visual focus during head movement
- Habituation exercises — to reduce dizziness from specific provocative movements
- Balance and gait training — to reduce fall risk
- Canalith repositioning maneuvers (such as the Epley maneuver) for BPPV
Schedule a Vestibular Evaluation in Vero Beach
Don't let dizziness keep you from living your life. Call Longevity Rehab Center at (772) 978-9750 to schedule a vestibular evaluation at our East or West Vero Beach locations. Most insurance plans, including Medicare and Blue Cross Blue Shield, cover vestibular rehabilitation when medically indicated.