Vestibular Rehabilitation
Find out more about interdisciplinary vestibular rehabilitation for individuals with brain injury.
Our approach
Brain injuries can lead to a variety of symptoms, including vestibular dysfunction. The vestibular system, which helps maintain balance and spatial orientation, can be affected by injury to the brain. If the areas responsible for balance are affected, it may result in dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, and difficulties with coordination. These symptoms are common after brain injury and can significantly affect a person’s quality of life, hindering their ability to perform daily tasks, exercise, or even move around safely.
Why do Vestibular Issues Arise After Brain Injury?
The vestibular system is made up of structures in the inner ear and parts of the brain, it is housed in areas that may be directly impacted by trauma. Concussions and other types of brain injury can disrupt these areas, leading to problems with balance and coordination. Additionally, brain injuries may cause secondary issues, such as neck pain, visual disturbances, and cognitive impairments, which can further contribute to vestibular dysfunction.
What are the symptoms of vestibular dysfunction after brain injury?
People with vestibular issues often report symptoms like dizziness, vertigo (the sensation of spinning), lightheadedness, trouble with balance, difficulty focusing on objects, or even nausea. These issues can be made worse by movement or changes in position. People may also experience difficulties with concentration, memory, and anxiety, all of which can make rehabilitation more complex.
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Fortunately, vestibular rehabilitation (VR) is a highly effective treatment for individuals suffering from vestibular dysfunction after brain injury. VR involves a series of tailored exercises and strategies aimed at helping the brain compensate for the disrupted vestibular signals. This might include exercises to improve balance, gaze stability, and coordination, as well as strategies for managing symptoms like dizziness.
Interdisciplinary Approach at Cognivate
At Cognivate, we understand that treating vestibular dysfunction requires more than just addressing the physical symptoms. That’s why we take an interdisciplinary approach to rehabilitation. Our team includes specialists from multiple disciplines, such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy, neuropsychology, and speech and language therapists, all working together to address the physical, emotional, and cognitive aspects of recovery from vestibular dysfunction.
By collaborating as a team, we ensure that each aspect of the person’s presentation is taken into account, from their balance and coordination to their mental well-being and cognitive abilities. We find that this approach provides more comprehensive care, helping people not only recover their physical balance but also regain the confidence to return to normal activities.
Locations we cover
Here are the areas where we can see clients in their homes
We currently work in Surrey, London and some areas in the South East. We charge for the travel time associated with each visit to see a client. Travel is typically charged at 75% of the standard hourly rates. This is based on the projected drive time for the return journey between the therapist’s home and the location in which they are seeing the client. Wherever possible we will allocate therapists who are based nearest to the client’s home.
Where appropriate we can also arrange to see clients in rooms near our therapists, thereby reducing travel costs.
Find out more
For more information please see our pricing and service area pages. If you’d like to find out more about our vocational rehabilitation service or make a referral here are a few ways to get in touch:
Send an email to our team at enquiries@cognivaterehab.com
Give us a call on
07368 168054
