Concussion Management and Vestibular Therapy

Concussion and Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy

If you have been diagnosed with vestibular disorder, an inner ear problem might be the source of your vertigo, drowsiness, or altered eyesight. Symptoms of vestibular conditions, such as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, can have a major influence on a number of elements of quality of life (BPPV). Thankfully, vestibular rehabilitation therapy has some advantages. To be able to treat vestibular disorders, our therapists at FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Center in Plainfield, IL, have undergone specialized training and gained certification.

What is Vestibular Dysfunction?

An impairment of the body's balance system is called vestibular dysfunction. Depending on the anatomy involved, the causes of this sickness can be broadly divided into peripheral and central origins. A thorough physical examination may help distinguish between peripheral and central vestibular dysfunction since their symptoms may be identical. Vestibular problems can manifest fast, and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo is the most prevalent kind of acute peripheral vestibular dysfunction (BPPV).

Specialized treatment to restore vestibular function

The treatment of problems caused by vestibular illnesses, most notably vertigo and imbalance as well as concussions, is known as vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT). At FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Center in Plainfield, IL, a personalized exercise program is developed using the findings of the clinical diagnosis, laboratory testing, imaging studies, and patient feedback.

Symptoms of Vestibular Dysfunction Post-Concussion

Vestibular dysfunction symptoms can be mild, perhaps only lasting a few seconds or minutes, or severe, rendering a person utterly paralyzed. Not everybody will have all of the symptoms, and more symptoms might appear. Here are a few examples of typical symptoms of vestibular disorders:

• Anxiety
• Hearing Changes
• Vertigo
• Dizziness
• Blurred Vision
• Lack of Coordination
• Imbalance
• Headache
• Amnesia (In severe cases)

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Center - Plainfield, IL is designed for a patient’s individual needs.
We focus on activities of daily living, such as eating, dressing and bathing as well as incorporate many other treatments and therapies including:

• Orthopedic Physical Therapy
• Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy
• Neurological Physical Therapy
• Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
• Wellness Physical Therapy
• Auto and Work Injuries Therapy
• Chronic Back Pain Therapy
• TMJ Therapy
• Vestibular Therapy
• Pain management
• Dry Needling
• Foot therapy
• Sports therapy
• Massage therapy
• Balance Therapy

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Vestibular Therapy Exercises for Concussions

Patients who have balance issues can benefit from our Vestibular Therapy treatment program at FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Center in Plainfield, IL. This is one of the finest and most backed by science ways to treat vestibular dysfunction after a concussion.

Your brain learns how to process sensory information while going through a variety of exercises, such as standing on one leg while closing your eyes or keeping your sight fixed on a certain spot while rotating your head.

In the therapy of vestibular disorders, exercises like:

Gaze Stabilization Exercises

The vestibular system, which is crucial for vision, allows your eyes to stay focused on an object even while your head is moving. This is a result of the vestibulo-ocular reflex.

After a concussion, this reaction may become weakened, resulting in vertigo and vision problems. Patients may notice that what they see moves or trembles when reading, changing positions, or trying to concentrate on one thing.

Exercises to improve gaze stability improve focus when moving the head. A common workout involves focusing on one thing while moving your head left, right, and up and down for a few minutes.

Habituation Exercises for Concussions

Patients who have motion sickness all the time may find vestibular exercises to be quite helpful. Patients are subjected to the exact movements that affect them, which causes a controlled level of dizziness. To progressively acclimatize the brain to the action is the goal.

As the brain learns to ignore abnormal signals originating from the inner ear system, long-term dizziness brought on by these activities becomes less severe.

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Balance and Exertional Training

Balance training exercises target imbalances that might be present as a result of one of your balance systems being injured or not working properly. By exercising balance, your body may learn which signals and information to rely on, which may ultimately reduce your instability and risk of falling.

If you think you might be a victim of vestibular dysfunction, or you have already been diagnosed with vestibular dysfunction and need assistance with proper physical therapy and medication, visit our FYZICAL vestibular clinic in Plainfield, IL, or give us a call to book an appointment! Our well-trained concussion management specialists will help you get back to optimal condition and support you through your treatment and after!

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FAQS:

• What does vestibular rehabilitation do?

Vestibular rehabilitation treatment helps the brain regain control of balance and lessens symptoms of vertigo when there is damage to or an imbalance between the right and left vestibular organs (balance organs) in the inner ear.

If you have vestibular dysfunction, FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Center in Plainfield, IL, is the finest option for your vestibular therapy.

• What are vestibular rehabilitation exercises?

Each patient's exercise program for vestibular rehabilitation is different. This is because there are several kinds of vestibular impairments, and each one affects people differently.

At FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Center - Plainfield, IL, our highly trained medical professionals identify your issue and then create a specialized vestibular rehabitation program that is suited to your requirements. These programs often include habituation exercises, balance training, and activities for stabilizing the gaze.

• What does a vestibular physical therapist do?

Our physical therapists at FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Center - Plainfield, IL, can shed light on the cause and suggest ways to alleviate the symptoms. To figure out the source and pinpoint the most problematic systems, the therapist will do an eye exam, motion sensitivity testing, postural awareness testing, and dynamic balance testing.

• What medication is good for vestibular disorder?

There isn't a single best treatment for vestibular issues. Depending on whether the vestibular problem is in an initial, acute, or chronic phase, different medications are used in the treatment of different vestibular disorders.

Vestibular exercises can minimize psychological and physical instability, speed up cognitive recovery, and assist control symptoms.