How We Treat
Vestibular Therapy
Vestibular Therapy in Oakville
Regain Balance, Reduce Dizziness, and Improve Stability
Vestibular Therapy is a physiotherapy treatment designed to address dizziness, vertigo, and balance disorders caused by issues in the inner ear or nervous system. At Royal Rehab Physio Oakville, our vestibular physiotherapists provide personalized, evidence-informed care to help you regain stability, confidence, and independence.
Who Can Benefit from Vestibular Therapy?
Vestibular therapy is suitable for adults of all ages, sexes, and activity levels who experience:
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Vertigo (spinning sensation)
- Imbalance or unsteadiness while walking or standing
- Difficulty focusing or blurred vision during movement
- Post-concussion balance or visual disturbances
- Inner ear disorders such as BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo)
- Falls or fear of falling
Common Conditions Treated
Our vestibular therapy program addresses:
- BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo)
- Vestibular neuritis or labyrinthitis
- Meniere’s disease
- Post-concussion vestibular dysfunction
- Balance disorders in older adults
- Motion sensitivity and dizziness caused by head or neck injuries
How Vestibular Therapy Works
- Assessment: Your physiotherapist evaluates balance, eye movements, head position, posture, and gait.
- Customized Treatment Plan: Exercises are tailored to your specific vestibular condition.
- Vestibular Rehabilitation Exercises: Includes gaze stabilization, balance retraining, and habituation exercises to reduce dizziness and improve stability.
- Home Program: Exercises to reinforce progress at home and maintain long-term balance.
- Progress Tracking: Ongoing assessment ensures exercises remain effective and safe.
Benefits of Vestibular Therapy
- Reduces dizziness, vertigo, and imbalance
- Improves stability, coordination, and confidence in daily activities
- Reduces risk of falls and related injuries
- Supports recovery from concussion or head trauma
- Enhances quality of life and independence
- Evidence-based, safe, and tailored to individual needs
Coverage & Accessibility
Vestibular therapy is often covered under extended health insurance plans, including WSIB or MVA claims in certain cases. Direct billing may be available.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Yes. All exercises are supervised and tailored to your condition, ensuring safety while improving balance and reducing dizziness.
Treatment duration depends on the condition and severity. Many patients notice improvement within 2–8 sessions , with regular home exercises.
Yes. Vestibular therapy is highly effective in addressing balance, visual, and dizziness symptoms following concussion.
Temporary mild dizziness or fatigue may occur during exercises, but it usually resolves quickly and is monitored by your therapist.
Regain balance, reduce dizziness, and restore confidence with Vestibular Therapy in Oakville.
Book your assessment at Royal Rehab Physio Oakville today and start improving your stability and quality of life.