Have you noticed yourself getting disoriented and having to grab onto furniture or lean against a wall to steady yourself? Do you feel off-balance or dizzy? You may be dealing with a problem in your vestibular system. At Excel Physical Therapy in Oshkosh and Appleton, WI, we offer advanced testing methods, including video-oculography, to identify the source of your dizziness.
People with vestibular disturbances experience dizziness, gait unsteadiness, and even nausea or vomiting. Our team of physical therapists is skilled in treating vestibular disorders and providing you with the tools to treat yourself at home.
Request an appointment at Excel Physical Therapy in Oshkosh or Appleton, WI and let one of our specialists help resolve the dizziness so you can feel better again!
How to test your vestibular function
Dizziness is a term used to describe feeling off balance and feeling as if the world is spinning. Often the reasons for balance issues are related to the vestibular system.
The vestibular system includes the parts of the inner ear and brain that help control the balance and movements of the eye. The vestibular system gives our brains vital information about moving and positioning our heads when functioning correctly.
Video-oculography is a method of measuring both eyes’ horizontal, vertical, and torsional movements using head-mounted cameras. It is the most widely used eye-movement assessing approach that reliably, inexpensively, and quickly helps identify causes of dizziness.
When used with a detailed physical examination, our physical therapists can accurately determine the source of your condition and the most effective treatments for lasting results.
What to expect at Excel Physical Therapy physical therapy clinic
At your initial evaluation, our staff will perform a comprehensive physical therapy assessment with in-house video oculography to ensure we identify precisely what you need to resolve your condition.
In addition, we will perform a movement screen that includes a balance and gait assessment. We will use these tests and other diagnostics to determine the best possible treatment plan for you.
Vestibular rehabilitation is a process of adaptation and compensation to reprogram or reset the connections with the brain to restore balance and stability. Our programs will focus on vision stability training that enhances the stability of your gaze and posture training to improve your stability and restore your ability to perform the activities of daily living you have been avoiding.
Request an appointment today!
At Excel Physical Therapy in Oshkosh and Appleton, WI, we will design a plan of exercises, targeted stretches, and movement techniques to reset and improve your vestibular system and help you regain your balance!