MaineHealth vestibular rehabilitation therapists (VRTs) evaluate and treat problems with balance and dizziness, also called vestibular disorders.
What is vestibular rehabilitation therapy?
Vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT) is evaluation, training and education for people with balance or vestibular disorders. Balance is affected by different body systems, including the inner ear, vision, and your musculoskeletal system. People who receive VRT often have:
- Dizziness
- Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)
- Trouble with balance
- Meniere’s syndrome
- Neck-related dizziness
- Migraine headaches
What are the benefits of VRT therapy ?
VRT can help people who have trouble standing or moving without losing their balance to build strength and flexibility. They can gain confidence and have more independence. Patients learn exercise they can do at home. They also learn about behavior changes that can reduce symptoms of dizziness. Therapists help patients deal with the fear and worry that comes with dizziness and fear of falling. The therapy helps to improve symptoms that include:
- Dizziness
- Blurry vision
- Trouble keeping your balance
- Headaches
- Falling down a lot
- Wooziness
- Vertigo / spinning
A provider referral is required for VRT services.
