Vestibular & Concussion Rehabilitation

What is Vestibular Rehabilitation?

The vestibular system contains parts of the inner ear and brain that help control balance and eye movements. When this system is damaged by disease, aging, or injury, vestibular disorders can result and are often associated with symptoms such as vertigo and dizziness.

Vestibular Rehabilitation is a physical therapy approach to the treatment of these symptoms provided by certified physical therapists using the most advanced training in the treatment of vertigo and balance disorders to decrease dizziness, vertigo, and imbalance.

What are Vestibular Disorders?

The vestibular system includes parts of the inner ear and brain that help control balance and eye movements. If the system is damaged by disease, aging or injury, a vestibular disorder can result.

Those who might benefit from vestibular rehabilitation include those suffering from:

Vertigo
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
Labrynthitis
Vestibular neuritis
Meniere's syndrome
Cervicogenic dizziness
Dysequilibrium of aging
Peripheral neuropathy
Parkinson's disease
Concussion

What are Symptoms of Vestibular Disorders?

Physical

Dizziness
Vertigo
Imbalance
Nausea
Hearing Loss
Hearing Changes
Visual Disturbances

Psychological

Confusion
Disorientation
Difficulty Concentrating
Cognitive Fatigue
Anxiety
Depression
Social Isolation

If you are having difficulty with vertigo or balance issues, please call 731-300-4950. Gerardo Jara, PT, DPT will help you find the relief you've been seeking and get you back to the life you enjoy!

If you are a provider's office and would like to refer a patient for Vestibular Rehabilitation, please call us at 731-300-4950 to schedule your patient's appointment. You may also fax the order and patient information to 731-300-4951 or email the order and patient information to referrals@patterson-pt.com and our front desk staff will be happy to contact your patient for scheduling.