Vestibular Health Blog
Evidence-based articles on vertigo, dizziness, balance, and vestibular rehabilitation — written by our team and reviewed by our clinicians.
Why Busy Stores Can Trigger Dizziness or Visual Overload
Learn why busy stores, scrolling, and visually crowded spaces can trigger dizziness, and how vestibular physiotherapy may help reduce symptoms.
What Causes Dizziness? A Physiotherapist's Guide to Finding Answers
Discover what causes dizziness and why it's more complex than you think. Get expert insights from a physiotherapist to identify your symptoms and find real answ
Driving with Vertigo: When Is It Safe?
Learn when it's safe to drive with vertigo and what factors affect your recovery. Expert guidance on regaining independence behind the wheel.
Can Acupuncture Help Vertigo? What the Evidence Says
Acupuncture is sometimes recommended for vertigo, but the evidence is limited. Here is what research shows — and what treatments have stronger support for resolving vertigo.
Can Vestibular Therapy Help Ménière's Disease?
Explore how vestibular therapy for Ménière's disease can help manage vertigo, balance issues, and other symptoms. Learn effective treatment options.
Gravol for Vertigo: Does It Actually Help?
Gravol can ease nausea during a vertigo attack, but it does not treat the underlying cause — and long-term use may actually slow your recovery. Here is what you should know.
Home Remedies for Vertigo: What Works, What Doesn't, and When to Get Help
Ginger, Epley videos, and rest are popular home remedies for vertigo — but do they actually work? Here is what the evidence says, and when you need professional vestibular treatment instead.
Balance Problems After 50: Treatable, Not Inevitable
Discover why balance problems after 50 don't have to be permanent. Learn effective treatments and proven strategies to regain stability and confidence.
Vestibular Migraine vs Regular Migraine: Key Differences
Discover the key differences between vestibular migraine vs migraine. Learn how dizziness, spinning, and balance issues distinguish vestibular migraines from re
Concussion and Dizziness: When to Seek Vestibular Help
Experiencing persistent dizziness after a concussion? Learn when concussion dizziness vestibular issues require professional help and how to find relief today.
How Long Does Vestibular Therapy Take to Work?
Discover how long vestibular therapy takes to work and what timeline to expect for relief from dizziness and balance problems. Get realistic answers here.
Why Does the Room Spin When I Lie Down?
Discover why the room spins when you lie down and what causes this disorienting sensation. Learn proven explanations and effective treatment options.
Do I Need a Referral for Vestibular Therapy in Ontario?
Discover if you need a referral for vestibular therapy in Ontario. Learn how to access treatment for dizziness and balance issues directly without waiting for a
BPPV Treatment: Why the Epley Manoeuvre Works
Discover how the Epley manoeuvre treats BPPV effectively. Learn why this simple head positioning technique stops vertigo and restores balance quickly.
Vestibular Migraine Treatment: What Actually Helps
Vestibular migraine treatment combines trigger management, lifestyle changes, medications, and vestibular rehabilitation. Learn what the evidence supports and what to expect from treatment.
Vestibular Therapy in Burlington: What to Expect at Your First Visit
Discover what happens during your first vestibular therapy Burlington appointment. Get expert insights on assessments, treatments, and how to prepare for relief
Room Spinning When Lying Down: Causes, What It Means, and What to Do
If the room spins when you lie down or roll over in bed, you most likely have BPPV — a mechanical inner ear problem that is highly treatable. Learn what causes it and how to get it resolved.
Does Vestibular Therapy Actually Work?
Yes — and the research is unusually strong. Vestibular therapy resolves BPPV in over 90% of cases and significantly improves outcomes in vestibular neuritis, post-concussion dizziness, and chronic balance disorders. Here is what the evidence actually shows.
Is BPPV Dangerous? When to Worry and When Not To
BPPV itself is not dangerous, but the falls it causes can be. Learn what makes BPPV benign, what the real risks are, and when dizziness needs urgent attention.
What Is Vestibular Therapy? A Complete Guide
Learn what vestibular therapy is and how it treats dizziness, vertigo, and balance issues. Our complete guide explains treatments for new patients seeking relie
How Long Does BPPV Last Without Treatment?
BPPV can resolve on its own in weeks to months, but treatment with the Epley manoeuvre resolves most cases in 1–3 sessions. Learn why waiting it out is rarely the best option.
Sleeping Positions for BPPV: What Helps and What Makes It Worse
Learn which sleeping positions may help reduce BPPV symptoms and which ones to avoid. Practical tips from Burlington's vestibular therapy specialists.
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