Say Goodbye to Dizziness and Vertigo with Physical Therapy
Feeling dizzy or experiencing vertigo can be disorienting and disrupt your daily life. At Flowstate Physical Therapy, our skilled physical therapist helps you find relief and regain balance and stability. Our team can assist you in overcoming dizziness and vertigo, and get back to living your life confidently.
Understanding Dizziness and Vertigo
Dizziness is a general term for sensations of lightheadedness, unsteadiness, or faintness. Vertigo, a specific type of dizziness, creates a spinning or tilting sensation. Both conditions can arise from various underlying causes, including:
Inner Ear Disorders
Conditions like benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), vestibular dysfunction, Meniere’s disease, and labyrinthitis.
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Cervicogenic dizziness caused by neck problems.
Central Nervous System Issues
Migraines, strokes, and transient ischemic attacks (TIAs).
Other Medical Conditions
Low blood pressure, medication side effects, dehydration, and vitamin deficiencies can all cause dizziness.
While occasional dizziness or vertigo may not be alarming, getting help is essential if you experience:
- Frequent or prolonged episodes
- Severe dizziness that makes standing or walking difficult
- Dizziness accompanied by symptoms like nausea, vomiting, hearing loss, numbness, weakness, or vision problems
Dizziness and vertigo, especially if frequent or accompanied by other symptoms, can be a sign of an underlying medical condition. It’s important to seek help to determine the cause and receive appropriate treatment. Early intervention can significantly improve your quality of life, prevent further complications, and enhance your overall well-being.
How Physical Therapy in Tuscaloosa, AL, Can Help
Our physical therapist will start by conducting a comprehensive evaluation to determine the likely cause of your dizziness or vertigo in Tuscaloosa, AL. This evaluation may include:
- DETAILED HISTORY AND SYMPTOM ANALYSIS: We’ll discuss your medical history, current medications, and the nature of your dizziness or vertigo episodes.
- PHYSICAL EXAMINATION: Tests to assess your balance, coordination, and nervous system function.
- VESTIBULAR FUNCTION TESTING (IF NECESSARY): Specialized tests to assess inner ear and vestibular system function.
Based on the evaluation, your physical therapist will create a personalized treatment plan, which may include:
- CANALITH REPOSITIONING MANEUVERS (FOR BPPV): Specific head and body movements to relocate dislodged particles in the inner ear.
- VESTIBULAR REHABILITATION EXERCISES: Exercises to train the vestibular system and improve the brain’s compensation for balance problems.
- CERVICAL SPINE MOBILITY TECHNIQUES (FOR CERVICOGENIC DIZZINESS): Manual therapy, such as trigger point release and joint mobilization, to improve neck mobility and function.
- BALANCE AND GAIT TRAINING: Exercises to enhance your balance and coordination, allowing you to walk confidently.
- PATIENT EDUCATION AND SELF-MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES: Providing knowledge and tools to manage your symptoms, including lifestyle modifications and home exercises.
Take Control of Your Balance Today
Don’t let dizziness or vertigo limit your activities and independence—contact Flowstate Physical Therapy to schedule a consultation with our experienced physical therapist. We’ll help you find the cause of your dizziness or vertigo and develop a personalized treatment plan to restore your balance and control!
Your Next Steps…
Request An Appointment
Receive A Custom Treatment Plan
Work Hard and Progress In Your Recovery
Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!