Vestibular & Concussion Rehab
Living unbalanced, dizzy and sensitive to light, sound and smell doesn’t have to be your normal.
WHO is this for?
Physical therapists can play a significant role in concussion rehabilitation, helping to alleviate problems arising from vestibular disorders including vertigo, dizziness, gaze instability, and imbalance.
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, you may have a vestibular system dysfunction that could be treated by a physical therapist.
Is this for me?
WHAT you can expect.
Your physical therapist will ask several questions to gain an in-depth understanding of your symptoms. They also perform different tests to identify the involved structures within the vestibular and neurological system. These tests may focus on assessing muscle strength, body coordination, memory, sight, smell, hearing, and balance.
WHEN to reach out.
NOW!
As with most things, early intervention is best. Vestibular issues, such as balance, dizziness and vertigo are a leading cause of falls and disability as we age. The good news, it can be prevented!
“When my son sustained a concussion during his high school football game, Dr. Stephanie took her time to answer ALL my questions that very next day and offered very helpful strategies to help him begin his healing. In the next week, together they worked to ensure his safe return to sports when his body was ready.”
-Sarah and Ben
Concussion Rehabilitation FAQ
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For most adults, post-concussion syndrome recovery takes 10-14 days. Children, on the other hand, require approximately four weeks of recovery time. Seeing a physical therapist may help accelerate the recovery process, along with decreasing the likelihood of experiencing recurring symptoms.
These experts examine the neurological, cardiovascular, and orthopedic systems of the patient to develop the best possible routine that caters to their unique symptoms and needs.
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Physical therapists are trained to evaluate and treat several symptoms related to concussion. They examine the cardiovascular, neurological, and orthopedic systems before coming up with a custom-tailored treatment plan.
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Your physical therapist will evaluate your symptoms to determine your treatment plan. It may include a specific maneuver to reposition crystals in your ear, therapeutic exercises to reduce severity of your symptoms, diet recommendations in limit the likelihood of reoccurrence of vertigo and self treatment strategies.