Persistent dizziness, vertigo, or unsteadiness can significantly affect daily life and confidence in movement. Vestibular rehabilitation therapy is a specialised, exercise-based treatment designed to retrain the brain and body to manage these balance disorders.
What Causes Vestibular Problems?
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), caused by displaced inner-ear crystals
- Vestibular neuritis or labyrinthitis, often following a viral infection
- Meniere’s disease
- Balance issues following a stroke or head injury
- Age-related decline in balance and inner-ear function
How Vestibular Rehabilitation Works
Treatment often includes specific head and eye movement exercises to help the brain adapt to altered signals from the inner ear, balance retraining exercises, and, for BPPV specifically, particle repositioning manoeuvres that can resolve symptoms in a single session for many patients.
Our Approach at Veritas Hospitals
Our neuro rehabilitation team conducts a thorough assessment to identify the specific type of balance disorder before building a targeted exercise programme, since treatment differs significantly depending on the underlying cause.
What to Expect from Treatment
Many patients notice improvement within a few weeks of consistent therapy, though the timeline depends on the specific condition. Exercises can initially provoke mild dizziness, which is a normal part of the brain’s adaptation process, but should always be guided by a trained therapist.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is vestibular rehabilitation only for older adults?
No, it benefits people of all ages experiencing dizziness or balance problems from a wide range of causes.
Can vestibular therapy cure vertigo completely?
Many conditions, particularly BPPV, can resolve fully with the right treatment, while others are effectively managed to significantly reduce symptoms.
How many sessions are typically needed?
This varies by diagnosis, ranging from a single session for some cases of BPPV to several weeks of therapy for more complex balance disorders.
To know if this is the right program for you or your loved one, speak with our rehabilitation specialists at Veritas Hospitals, Hyderabad. Book a consultation or call us at +91 98480 00098.
