Vestibular Rehabilitation
Also known as: VRT, balance rehabilitation therapy or simply vestibular therapy
Vestibular rehabilitation focuses on treating vestibular disorders to help regain stability and reduce symptoms of chronic dizziness or balance issues.
What is vestibular rehabilitation?
Vestibular rehabilitation therapy is a highly specialised form of treatment aimed at alleviating dizziness and improving balance. This therapy is designed to help those suffering from various vestibular disorders, which can severely impact one’s ability to maintain balance and spatial orientation.
Why you might need vestibular rehabilitation
Individuals experiencing chronic dizziness symptoms, imbalance, or vertigo often find vestibular rehabilitation therapy essential for managing paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) and vestibular symptoms. These issues can lead to symptoms that greatly reduce quality of life, such as persistent dizziness, nausea, and headaches.
Consultation: from £90
Diagnostic imaging costs vary based on needs
Please call our imaging bookings team for pricing
Before therapy
When you’re being treated for vestibular disorders, you’ll visit a specialist physiotherapist. In your first appointment with them, they’ll conduct a comprehensive test to assess the efficiency of your vestibular system and inner ear, particularly in cases of unilateral peripheral vestibular dysfunction.
These assessments help create a tailored program to meet your unique needs, enhancing therapy effectiveness. Understanding your specific vestibular dysfunction allows therapists to design a more targeted treatment plan.
During therapy
Therapy sessions typically include specialised exercises that focus on eye movements control, balance training, and various head movement and body movements that engage the central nervous system. These exercises are tailored to individual needs, ensuring that each patient receives the most effective treatment.
Vestibular rehabilitation therapy typically lasts between six to twelve weeks, involving six to eight sessions with daily exercises tailored to individual needs.
After therapy
Continuing with home exercises and balance exercises after completing vestibular rehabilitation therapy helps maintain and enhance the progress made. Patients who stick to their prescribed exercise routines often experience fewer dizziness and balance issues.
Regular follow-ups with a vestibular rehabilitation specialist help tailor ongoing treatments and exercises to your evolving needs. Effective communication within a multidisciplinary team can greatly improve the success of vestibular rehabilitation, ensuring optimal patient care.
Appointment and Treatment Plan
Initial assessment
At your first appointment, we will take a detailed medical history and perform an assessment to better understand your condition.
Treatment plan
During this appointment, we will review your results and collaboratively decide on the next steps regarding your treatment.
Treatment
Based on your treatment plan, you will visit our physiotherapy department for treatment/s. If required and indicated, additional sessions may be added.
Aftercare
You will go away with a plan of action that you have agreed with your physiotherapist. You may have a new exercise programme or a course of treatment, you may be referred to another specialist or not need another appointment at all.
Experts
We are proud to provide patients with access to a wide range of clinicians, chosen specifically for their knowledge and reputation in their area of expertise. Our experts align with our values: putting you at the centre of your care and educating you on your options at each step of the journey. We encourage you to learn more about our clinicians and how they can help you below. As always, please contact our patient services team if you require any additional information.
We offer 3 ways to pay for your treatment
We exist to take the stress out of private healthcare.
Our payment options are designed to offer you easy access to our treatments and services. You can choose to pay on the day, spread the cost, or use your private medical insurance.
Our patient services team will guide you through the process, providing clear costs and support throughout your course of treatment so you can focus on the thing that matters most – your health.
Whether you pay in advance, spread the cost, or use your private medical insurance, rest assured you will be receiving exceptional care 365 days a year.
Pay in Advance
Even if you do not have medical insurance, you can still get quick and comprehensive access to private medical care.
We provide transparent pricing from your initial consultation to the completion of your treatment so you know where your stand, every step of the way.
We accept all major debit and credit cards, as well as Apple Pay for UK residents. Please note that we do not accept cash or cheques.
Pay monthly
Paying for your treatment at OSD Healthcare doesn’t need to mean settling the full cost in one go.
Many of our treatments have a pay monthly option that allows you to spread the cost of your treatment over 12 months with no credit checks required.
A minimum spend of £300 does apply. We’ll take your first payment upfront and then arrange a direct debit for your monthly payments thereafter. It’s that simple.
Pay using PMI
We are recognised by all major health insurance companies and with our extensive range of services, there are lots of benefits to using your insurance with us. Our patient services team is here to answer any questions you may have about using your private health insurance with us.
Please bring along your policy details including your scheme details, membership or policy number, expiry date and confirmation of eligibility to claim (i.e. your authorisation number). If you do not have these details with you, we will require payment from you on the day. Patients are liable for any amounts not settled by their insurer.
Consultation: from £90
Diagnostic imaging costs vary based on needs
Please call our imaging bookings team for pricing
FAQs
Vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT) is an effective physical therapy designed to treat balance disorders and dizziness by enhancing the brain’s processing of sensory information from the vestibular system. It aims to restore stability and improve overall function.
Vestibular rehabilitation involves habituation exercises, gaze stabilization exercises, and balance training exercises, all aimed at improving balance and alleviating dizziness. Engaging in these targeted exercises can significantly enhance your overall stability and well-being.