Vestibular Physiotherapy

Dizziness and balance problems can be unsettling,

but they’re often treatable.

Vestibular physiotherapy helps people understand and manage dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, and concussion-related symptoms through targeted assessment and rehabilitation.

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Room Spinning?

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Light-headed?

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Boat-Like Feeling?

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Off Balance?

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Brain Fog?

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Room Spinning? · Light-headed? · Boat-Like Feeling? · Off Balance? · Brain Fog? ·

Who Is This For?

You might benefit from vestibular physiotherapy if you experience:

  • Dizziness or vertigo (spinning or movement sensations)

  • Feeling off-balance or unsteady when walking

  • Symptoms when turning your head, bending, or rolling in bed

  • Ongoing symptoms after a concussion

  • Neck pain associated with dizziness

  • A sense of “floating”, lightheadedness, or visual sensitivity

  • Symptoms that persist despite normal scans or tests

If dizziness is affecting your confidence, work, exercise, or daily life, assessment can help clarify what’s going on.

What Is Vestibular Physiotherapy?

Vestibular physiotherapy is a specialised area of physiotherapy focused on conditions affecting the balance system, which includes the inner ear, vision, neck, and brain.

Rather than avoiding movement, treatment involves:

  • Identifying the source of symptoms

  • Explaining why they’re happening

  • Gradually retraining the system through specific exercises and exposure

The goal is to help your nervous system regain confidence with movement and reduce symptom sensitivity over time.

Common Conditions I Treat

  • Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)

    Short episodes of vertigo triggered by changes in head position, such as rolling in bed or looking up. This is often very treatable with specific repositioning techniques.

  • Vestibular Hypofunction

    Reduced function of one or both inner ears, often causing imbalance, dizziness with head movement, or difficulty in busy environments.

  • Concussion Related Dizziness

    Dizziness, balance issues, or visual sensitivity following a concussion or head injury.

  • Cervicogenic Dizziness

    Dizziness associated with neck pain or stiffness, often aggravated by sustained postures or head movements.

  • Persistent Postural Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD)

    Ongoing dizziness, unsteadiness, or sensitivity to movement and visual environments that persists beyond the initial trigger.

What to Expect in an Appointment

Initial Consultation

Your first session involves a detailed discussion and assessment, including:

  • Your symptom history and triggers

  • Balance, eye movement, and positional testing

  • Neck and movement assessment where relevant (may be done in later sessions)

You’ll leave with:

  • A clear explanation of what’s contributing to your symptoms

  • An individualised plan

  • Initial strategies or exercises where appropriate

Ongoing Sessions

Follow-up sessions focus on:

  • Gradual progression of exercises

  • Exposure to movements or environments that currently provoke symptoms

  • Building tolerance and confidence over time

Progress is guided by your response, not pushed unnecessarily.

Common Questions

  • "Is dizziness dangerous?"

    Most vestibular conditions are not dangerous, but they can feel distressing. Assessment helps rule out red flags that would need medical input and provide reassurance.

  • "Do I have to make myself dizzy to get better?"

    Rehabilitation may involve mild symptom provocation, but it is carefully controlled and progressed at a tolerable level.

  • "How long does it take to improve?"

    This varies between individuals and conditions. Some conditions can improve as soon as the first session. But many people notice gradual improvement over weeks to months, with consistency being key.

Fees and Appointments

Fees reflect the time required for thorough assessment, clear explanation, and individualised care.
Private health and Medicare rebates may be available, depending on your referral pathway.

Please note: This service is only available on Fridays

  • Duration: 60 minutes

    Price: $220

  • Duration: 30 minutes

    Price: $110

LET’S GET STARTED

If you’re experiencing ongoing dizziness or balance problems and would like clarity on what’s going on, vestibular physiotherapy can help.

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