A Vestibular/Vertigo Rehabilitation Program is now available at Neil King Physical Therapy. Our program features therapists with advanced training in vestibular and balance disorders with the goal of alleviation of the symptoms of dizziness and vertigo, improved balance, decreased risk for falls, and improved overall function.
PROGRAM COMPONENTS
Evaluation of musculoskeletal system, including strength, range of motion.
- Balance and Gait Assessment
- Vestibular Assessment
- Visual Motor Assessment
Special Tests and Physical Evaluation
- Functional Checklist
- Dizziness Handicap Inventory
- Dynamic Gait Index
- Get Up & Go
Individualized Treatment
- Vestibular Habituation
- Balance Retraining
- Gaze Stabilization Exercises
- Cardiovascular Exercise
- Vestibular Ocular Exercises
- Canalith Repositioning
- Compensatory Strategies
- Sensory Integration Strategies
Patient Education
- Fall Prevention/Safety
- Postural Education and Body Mechanics
- Energy Conservation & Task Modification
Some common goals of Vestibular Rehabilitation are reduced dizziness or vertigo, improved balance, increased aerobic conditioning and general activity levels, decreased headaches and pain in the upper back and neck, to provide patient education, home exercise instruction and self-help techniques.
For more information on the Vestibular Rehabilitation Program at Neil King Physical Therapy, or to make a referral, please contact Neil King Physical Therapy at (248) 853-7555.