How we can help
Feeling dizzy is often very unnerving. Being lightheaded, woozy, or unbalanced can put us at risk of falls and heighten our anxiety. Dizziness is often caused by an impairment to the sensory organs, especially the eyes and ears. It is not a disease but can be a symptom of various disorders.
There are many factors causing dizziness, including migraines, ear infections, medications, and alcohol. Problems within your inner ear can also make you feel dizzy as this is what regulates balance.
Our method
To help improve troubles with dizziness your physiotherapist will:
- Assess the cause of your dizziness and create a personalised goal
- Choose a suitable treatment plan of Vestibular Rehabilitation (VR) to improve balance and proprioception
- Assess your balance while you are both stationary and walking
- Offer you advice and guidance on activities of daily living to improve your function and confidence
- Help with self-management strategies
- Review your muscle strength to see if this is contributing to poor balance
- Offer advice on falls prevention
Our top tips to help you manage your symptoms
- Do your physiotherapy exercises daily
- Move your head carefully and slowly during your daily activities
- Use a walking aid if you are at risk of a falls
- Take your prescribed medication
- Lie still in a quiet dark room to reduce the spinning feeling in your head
- Use two or more pillows at night to keep your head raised
