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What Is Vestibular Rehabilitation and How Does It Treat Dizziness?

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  Dizziness, imbalance, or a spinning sensation (vertigo) can be unsettling and can greatly affect a person’s quality of life. These symptoms often arise from issues within the vestibular system, which is the inner ear’s balance mechanism that helps you stay steady and aware of your body’s position. When this system is disrupted due to conditions such as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), vestibular neuritis, labyrinthitis, concussion, or other neurological causes, people may experience instability, nausea, blurred vision, or difficulty walking. Vestibular rehabilitation is a specialized form of physiotherapy designed to retrain the brain and body to compensate for these inner ear problems and restore balance. The goal of vestibular rehabilitation is to reduce dizziness, improve stability, and allow individuals to regain confidence in their daily movements. The process begins with a detailed assessment by a physiotherapist trained in vestibular disorders. This assessment...