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Vestibular (Vertigo) Rehab in Mississauga
Feel steady, confident and in control again.
Vestibular Rehabilitation & Vertigo Treatment in Mississauga
Feel steady, confident, and in control again.
Dizziness, vertigo, or balance problems can affect your daily life — from walking to driving to simply turning your head. At Thrive Physio Mississauga, our vestibular physiotherapists provide evidence-based treatment to help you reduce dizziness and get back to moving confidently.
What Is Vestibular Rehabilitation?
Vestibular rehabilitation is a specialized form of physiotherapy designed to retrain the inner ear and the brain to work together more effectively.It is one of the most effective treatments for people experiencing dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, or motion sensitivity.
Our therapists use individualized exercises and hands-on techniques to improve:
Common Causes of Dizziness & Vertigo
You may benefit from vestibular rehab if your symptoms originate from:
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)Short episodes of spinning triggered by rolling in bed, turning your head, or looking up/down. Caused by crystals in the inner ear shifting out of place.
Vestibular Neuritis / LabyrinthitisSudden, intense vertigo often following a viral infection. May cause nausea, imbalance, and difficulty walking.
Meniere’s DiseaseA chronic inner-ear condition that produces dizziness, hearing changes, pressure in the ear, and tinnitus.
Post-Concussion DizzinessBalance, visual and inner-ear disturbances following a concussion or head injury.
Chronic Imbalance or Unexplained DizzinessAge-related vestibular decline, medication effects, or unclear causes that still respond well to therapy.
Common Symptoms We Evaluate
If these symptoms are affecting your daily life, vestibular rehab may help.
How Vestibular Rehab Helps You Feel Better
Our physiotherapists use safe, proven techniques to reduce dizziness and restore your balance system:
1. Repositioning Maneuvers (Epley, Semont)
These techniques move displaced crystals back to where they belong, often relieving BPPV symptoms within 1–3 sessions.
2. Gaze Stabilization Exercises
Retrain your eyes and inner ear to coordinate smoothly when you move your head.
3. Balance & Gait Training
Improve stability, prevent falls, and enhance confidence in daily movements.
4. Customized Home Program
Daily exercises reinforce the improvements you make in the clinic.
Most patients begin to notice progress quickly — your therapist will tailor your plan to your symptoms and goals.
What to Expect During Your First Appointment
Your session will include:
- A detailed assessment of your dizziness, triggers, and medical history
- Positional tests to determine if BPPV is present
- Balance, gait, and visual-vestibular screening
- Immediate treatment when appropriate (often the case for BPPV)
- A clear plan for follow-up sessions and home-based exercises
Tips for Managing Your Symptoms
- Move slowly and give yourself time when changing positions
- Track when and how your dizziness occurs
- Follow your home program consistently
- Avoid skipping meals or dehydrating (these can worsen dizziness)
- Contact your physiotherapist if symptoms suddenly worsen
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