Treatment of Vertigo and Vestibular Problems
Advanced solutions to regain your balance and well-being
Vertigo and vestibular disorders are conditions that affect balance and can lead to significant discomfort in daily life. At Fisitania Physiotherapy, we offer a specialized and personalized approach to treat these disorders through advanced physiotherapy and state-of-the-art equipment, helping to restore balance and improve the quality of life of our patients.
Common Causes of Vestibular Disorders
Vestibular disorders can be triggered by a variety of conditions, such as:
- Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV): A common condition that causes episodes of vertigo due to disturbance in the balance of crystals in the inner ear.
- Meniere’s disease: A chronic disorder that affects hearing and balance, causing episodes of vertigo.
- Vestibular neuritis: Inflammation of the vestibular nerve that causes temporary loss of balance.
- Peripheral vertigo: Caused by problems in the inner ear that affect the balance system.
- Traumatic injuries: Such as bumps or falls that can affect the balance organs in the inner ear.
- Tinnitus: Ringing or noises in the ears that can accompany vestibular disorders.
Physiotherapy treatments for vertigo and vestibular problems in Physitania
At Fisitania Physiotherapy, we have a comprehensive approach that combines manual techniques, specific exercises and advanced technologies to treat vestibular disorders and improve the balance of our patients.
Manual therapy
It includes maneuvers such as Epley’s to correct the displacement of the crystals in the inner ear and reduce vertigo. We also apply myofascial release techniques to relieve muscle tension in the neck and shoulders.
Advanced technologies
On the one hand, the Super Inductive System (SIS), which stimulates circulation and improves neuromuscular function, while radiofrequency reduces inflammation and improves tissue elasticity. The shock waves help regenerate damaged tissues in the inner ear, and the therapeutic laser speeds up recovery from injuries to the vestibular system.
Benefits of physiotherapy treatment
By integrating manual treatments with advanced technology, the benefits of physical therapy in vestibular disorders include:
- Recovery of balance and improvement of the patient’s quality of life.
- Reduction of vertigo symptoms, relieving crises and episodes of imbalance.
- Stimulation of tissue regeneration and reduction of inflammation in the inner ear and related structures.
- Improved muscle control and stability, preventing future episodes of vertigo.
- Accelerated recovery from vestibular conditions, minimizing downtime.
Why choose Physitania Physiotherapy for vestibular treatment?
At Fisitania Physiotherapy, we have a team of highly qualified physiotherapists who specialise in the treatment of vestibular disorders. Thanks to our combination of manual techniques and advanced technology, we can offer effective and personalized solutions to restore balance and relieve symptoms. Whether you’re dealing with positional vertigo, Meniere’s disease, or any other vestibular disorder, you’ll find the right treatment for you at our clinic.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vestibular System Treatment
Vestibular physical therapy is designed to treat balance problems and vertigo. It uses a combination of exercises and manual techniques to relieve symptoms caused by dysfunctions in the inner ear, vestibular nerve, or balance system in general.
At Fisitania Physiotherapy, we offer a variety of advanced treatments for vertigo, including:
- Manual therapy (such as the Epley maneuver)
- Super Inductive System (SIS)
- Shock waves
- Radio frequency
- Therapeutic Laser
- Pressotherapy
Each treatment is customized to the patient’s needs to improve balance and relieve vertigo.
Most treatments in vestibular physical therapy are not painful. During the sessions, you may experience sensations of dizziness or temporary instability, especially in exercises for vertigo, but these effects are transient and disappear with the sessions. Our physical therapists make sure you feel comfortable at all times.
The number of sessions depends on the severity of the condition and how your body responds to treatment. Generally, patients notice improvements after 3 to 5 sessions, but in some cases, more sessions may be necessary to achieve a full recovery. Our team always establishes a personalized plan for each patient.
The Super Inductive System (SIS) is a technology that uses high-frequency electromagnetic fields to improve blood circulation and neuromuscular function. In the treatment of vestibular disorders, SIS helps improve the response of the nervous system, reducing vertigo symptoms and improving balance.
After vestibular physiotherapy sessions, it is advisable to avoid intense physical activities that can destabilise the treatment. However, physical therapists will prescribe specific exercises that you can do to strengthen your balance system and improve your stability.
Pressotherapy helps improve blood and lymphatic circulation, reducing swelling and fluid retention, which is beneficial in the treatment of vestibular disorders. In addition, it accelerates post-surgical recovery in patients who have had interventions on the inner ear, facilitating the restoration of balance.
Yes, you can come to our clinic even if you have never tried a treatment for vertigo. Our physiotherapists will assess your situation thoroughly and develop a personalised treatment plan that is tailored to your needs and helps you improve your well-being.