SPECIALITY | Vestibular + dizziness
Vestibular and Dizziness Physiotherapy
Do you suffer from vertigo, dizziness or balance problems that interfere with your daily life? The most common cause is benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV): crystals in the inner ear become displaced and trigger intense vertigo with certain head movements. It is usually treated in 1 to 3 sessions with specific repositioning manoeuvres (Epley, Semont). Other causes — vestibular neuritis, Ménière’s disease, age-related balance disorders — require more gradual rehabilitation.
What is Vestibular and Dizziness Physiotherapy?
Balance and vestibular disorders can cause vertigo, dizziness and unsteadiness, making it difficult to get around and increasing the risk of falls. These symptoms can have a major impact on daily life and self-confidence.
Vestibular physiotherapy treats vertigo, dizziness and balance disorders that affect daily life. The most common cause is benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV): crystals in the inner ear become displaced and trigger intense vertigo with certain head movements. This type of vertigo is usually treated in 1 to 3 sessions with specific repositioning manoeuvres (Epley, Semont). Other conditions — vestibular neuritis, Ménière’s disease, age-related balance disorders — require a more gradual rehabilitation programme.
When is Vestibular and Dizziness Physiotherapy indicated?
Through specific exercises, it helps you regain better spatial orientation and move around safely.
Which problems and conditions are treated?
The Problems
Vestibular physiotherapy is aimed at people suffering from:
- Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV): vertigo triggered by head movements.
- Vestibular neuritis and labyrinthitis: infections affecting the inner ear and causing balance problems.
- Ménière’s disease: attacks of vertigo accompanied by hearing problems.
- Neurological conditions affecting balance (stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s).
- Age-related balance disorders: loss of stability increasing the risk of falls.
- Post-operative unsteadiness after inner-ear surgery.
How does treatment work?
The Treatment
Each patient receives a comprehensive assessment to identify the precise causes of their balance problems. Treatment may include:
- Exercise retraining to improve cardiorespiratory capacity safely.
- Specific manoeuvres to reposition the crystals in the inner ear in cases of BPPV.
- Balance and coordination work to strengthen stability and prevent falls.
- Gaze and posture rehabilitation to improve spatial orientation and the perception of movement.
- Advice and strategies for managing episodes of vertigo in daily life.
Why is treatment important?
Balance disorders can increase the risk of falls, limit mobility and lead to a loss of independence. With vestibular physiotherapy, it is possible to retrain the balance system and improve stability in everyday life.
For your sessions to be covered by your health or accident insurance, a medical prescription is required. If you experience persistent vertigo or unsteadiness, talk to your doctor to find out whether rehabilitation is recommended.
Where can I book an appointment for Vestibular and Dizziness Physiotherapy?
Physiotherapy for vestibular disorders and dizziness is available by appointment at the following practices:
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Your questions
Answers to the questions you ask us most often.
Do I need a prescription?
Yes. For your sessions to be covered by your health or accident insurance, you need a medical prescription.
Does my insurance cover the sessions?
Illness: basic health insurance (LAMal). Accident: accident insurance (LAA). In some cases: disability insurance (LAI) or military insurance (LAM).
Do you offer home visits?
Yes, for people whose health prevents them from coming to a practice, and in nursing homes (EMS). A specific prescription for home physiotherapy is required: the doctor must write “at home” on it.
Can I cancel or reschedule an appointment?
Yes, but please let us know at least 24 hours in advance. Appointments missed without notice may be charged.