Vestibular Dysfunction
The second most commonly reported complaint within doctors’ offices is dizziness and loss of balance. In fact, 76 million Americans will experience some sort of dizzy spell or vertigo at some point in their lives. These are both extremely common conditions that can affect your equilibrium, making you feel off balance. Symptoms can vary from acute to chronic and in some severe cases, they can even be indicators of serious health risks.
Feelings of dizziness or vertigo can greatly limit your daily life, making it difficult for you to perform even the simplest tasks without feeling as if you might fall over. Fortunately, at MechanoTherapy we offer some of the most effective vestibular rehab services in Portland, OR, aimed at retraining your vestibular system to regulate feelings of stability and balance.
What is vestibular therapy?
At MechanoTherapy, physical therapists provide vestibular therapy for our patients suffering from balance disorders in Portland, OR and surrounding areas. Balance disorders refer to a broad range of conditions, but they are all connected by the effect they have on the vestibular system, also known as the inner ear.
Some common balance disorders that we treat through vestibular therapy include:
- Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)
- Meniere’s disease
- Vestibular neuritis
- Migraines
- Stroke
Vestibular therapy, also referred to as vestibular rehabilitation, is conducted through a process of “adaptation and compensation.” This means that the vestibular system is actually being “reprogrammed” through both passive and active therapies to form connections with the brain on adjusting imbalances and regaining stability.
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If you are searching for vestibular therapy in Portland, OR, search no further. Our physical therapist can help you if you are struggling with steadying yourself while standing or walking.
If your dizzying symptoms are holding you back from living your normal daily life, contact MechanoTherapy in Portland, OR to schedule an appointment with one of our Portland, OR physical therapists. Our specialized services will help you get back on your feet as quickly as possible.
