Vestibular Rehabilitation Northampton

The type of vestibular rehabilitation you will receive is dependent on whether the disorder is peripheral or central.

Our specialist physiotherapists offer tailored vestibular treatment programs. Some of our Vestibular treatments may include:

Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT). This involves specific exercises designed to promote compensation by encouraging the brain to use alternative pathways to maintain balance. Techniques include gaze stabilisation exercises, which help control eye movements, habituation exercises to reduce dizziness triggered by movement, and balance training to enhance postural control.
Neurological Physiotherapy to assess movement patterns and develop personalised treatment plans, incorporating strength and coordination exercises. We can also provide education on lifestyle modifications to prevent falls and manage symptoms effectively.
MSK Physiotherapy including joint mobilisation and soft tissue techniques, to relieve tension and improve mobility in the cervical spine. Since the neck and vestibular system are closely connected, reducing stiffness, restoring normal movement patterns and combining with VRT can alleviate dizziness and enhance balance.

Habituation exercises. A key part of vestibular rehabilitation, aims to reduce dizziness and motion sensitivity by repeatedly exposing you to movements or stimuli that trigger symptoms, gradually allowing your brain to adapt.
Positioning manoeuvres. For conditions such as Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), certain head movements can help reposition displaced crystal in the semicircular canals in the inner ear to reduce vertigo.
Postural correction. Poor posture, especially forward head positioning, can strain the neck and affect vestibular function. Our specialist Physiotherapists can provide exercises to strengthen postural muscles, improving head and neck alignment and reducing symptoms.

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For people with vestibular disorders, we also focus on improving how symptoms impact daily life. We can:

Teach strategies to manage dizziness during everyday activities

Support balance and reduce fall risk

Help with visual and sensory adaptation (eg,. coping with busy environments)

Adapt tasks and environments to make activities safer and easier

Both occupational therapy and physiotherapy can help you return to normal daily routines with more confidence.

For further details or to book an assessment with one of our team please Contact us today.

Vestibular conditions refer to disorders that affect the vestibular system. There are two types of vestibular disorders, either peripheral or central.

Peripheral disorders include structures in your inner ear and the nerve that carries balance signals to the brain and brain stem. These detect head movements, and your brain uses this information to help you balance, control your spatial orientation and eye movements. Common Peripheral Vestibular disorders include Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), Meniere's disease, vestibular neuritis, and labyrinthitis.

Central disorders impact how the brain processes these balance signals. Conditions which can cause this include Stroke, Parkinson’s and Multiple Sclerosis.

Individuals with vestibular conditions often complain of dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, nausea, and difficulty with coordination.

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