Maximizing Movement Potential to thrive
Providing Vestibular Therapy, Aquatic Therapy, and Neurological Physical Therapy
Vestibular Therapy
Vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT) is a specialized form of physical therapy intended to alleviate both the primary and secondary problems caused by vestibular disorders, primarily vertigo and dizziness, gaze instability, and/or imbalance and falls. A customized exercise plan is developed from the findings of the clinical assessment, laboratory testing, imaging studies, and input from patients. Exercises are designed to reduce vertigo and dizziness, reduce gaze instability, and/or reduce imbalance and fall risk as well as address any secondary impairments.1,2
Aquatic Therapy
Aquatic therapy provides a gravity reduced and buoyant environment. It allows for variability of positions and bases resistance on hydrology principles of drag and flow. Aquatic therapy is very useful in that the therapist can unload the patient’s joints and relax muscles that could not normally be accessed on land. The warm water medium is also helpful for reducing spasticity and pain. In addition, the aquatic environment activates the lymphatic system to flush swelling and toxins.