Vertigo

How Can Physiotherapy Help with Vertigo?

Vertigo is the sensation that you or your surroundings are spinning, moving, or tilting when no actual movement is occurring. It can be a distressing condition that affects balance, mobility, confidence, and everyday activities. Vertigo is often caused by problems within the inner ear (vestibular system), such as Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), Vestibular Neuritis, Labyrinthitis, or other vestibular disorders.

Physiotherapy, particularly vestibular rehabilitation, is highly effective in helping individuals manage vertigo, reduce symptoms, improve balance, and regain confidence in movement. Through specialised assessment and evidence-based treatment techniques, physiotherapy can help restore normal vestibular function and improve quality of life.

At Community Physio, we provide specialist assessment and treatment for individuals experiencing:

• Spinning sensations (vertigo)
• Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
• Vestibular Neuritis
• Labyrinthitis
• Balance and coordination difficulties
• Dizziness triggered by head movements
• Motion sensitivity
• Unsteadiness when walking
• Increased risk of falls
• Reduced confidence with mobility and daily activities

Our experienced physiotherapists deliver personalised, goal-focused rehabilitation programmes designed to help reduce symptoms, improve stability, and restore confidence.

Whether your goal is to reduce vertigo symptoms, improve balance, return to work, regain confidence when walking, or return to your normal daily activities, we are here to support you throughout your recovery journey.

Your Physiotherapist’s Role

Your physiotherapist will carry out a detailed assessment to identify the cause of your vertigo and develop a personalised treatment programme tailored to your symptoms and goals.

This may include:

• Assessment of balance, mobility, walking ability, and vestibular function.
• Vestibular rehabilitation exercises to reduce dizziness and improve balance.
• Canalith repositioning manoeuvres (such as the Epley manoeuvre) for BPPV where appropriate.
• Gaze stabilisation exercises to improve visual focus during movement.
• Habituation exercises to reduce motion sensitivity.
• Balance and coordination training to improve stability and reduce falls risk.
• Walking and mobility retraining to improve confidence and safety.
• Education regarding symptom management and recovery.
• Advice on safely returning to work, exercise, and daily activities.
• Ongoing monitoring and progression of rehabilitation to maximise recovery outcomes.

Our rehabilitation approach focuses on helping individuals regain confidence, improve balance, and return to the activities that matter most to them.

Why Choose Community Physio?

At Community Physio, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality vestibular rehabilitation within the comfort of your own environment.

We understand how disruptive vertigo can be, and we provide personalised support to help you regain control, confidence, and independence.

What Makes Us Different?

• Experienced Chartered Physiotherapists with expertise in vestibular rehabilitation and vertigo management.
• Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
• Enhanced DBS-checked clinicians for safe and trusted care.
• Physiotherapy delivered in your home, care home, workplace, or community setting.
• Prompt access to treatment with minimal waiting times.
• Flexible appointment availability, including evenings and weekends.
• Personalised rehabilitation programmes tailored to your symptoms and goals.
• Close collaboration with GPs, ENT specialists, consultants, and other healthcare professionals.
• Continuity of care from a dedicated physiotherapist whenever possible.
• Clear communication and ongoing support for clients, families, and carers.
• Evidence-based treatment focused on meaningful and measurable outcomes.

We believe that every person’s experience of vertigo is unique. Your assessment, treatment plan, and rehabilitation programme will be specifically designed around your symptoms, needs, and goals.

Whether you are experiencing a recent episode of vertigo or ongoing symptoms affecting your balance and daily activities, our team is here to help you recover, move with confidence, and improve your quality of life.

“Personalised Care. Delivered in Your Community.”