Vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT) can help with a variety of vestibular problems, including;
A dizziness questionnaire helps identify the frequency and severity of dizziness symptoms. A similar questionnaire can be found by clicking on online tests. In addition, to understand what specific movements are problematic, the person may be asked to move through different positions to provoke the dizziness symptoms. This may include head movements, eye movements, trunk movements, or combinations of all three in various planes of motion.
Following the static evaluation of balance, various walking or gait tests are observed and recorded. This may include tandem walking, dual-task walking, walking sideways, walking around obstacles or walking with impaired vision. A collection of this information will help formulate a picture for the therapist of how the client functions with poor balance.
The balance system integrates other sensory inputs. As such, it is important to evaluate the visual, hearing, touch, and kinaesthetic systems. The evaluation may incorporate various bedside neurological tests, including a computerised postural test.
Dizziness and disequilibrium significantly impact the health of the client and their caregiver. If you are aware of anyone who experiences these symptoms, contact Brainstorm for professional advice from our highly trained therapist.
