VRT

VRT or Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy is a specialized form of therapy intended to alleviate both the primary and secondary problems caused by vestibular disorders. It is an exercise-based program primarily designed to reduce vertigo and dizziness, gaze instability, and/or imbalance and falls.

Overview

Vestibular disorders are health conditions that affect the inner ear and brain, causing problems with balance and eye movements. These disorders can be debilitating, leading to a decrease in quality of life. Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) is a form of physical therapy that uses specific exercises to improve balance and reduce problems related to dizziness.

Treatment

VRT uses customized exercises to improve the vestibular system, which includes parts of the inner ear and brain that process sensory information involved with controlling balance and eye movements. The exercises involve head movement, focusing on steady vision, and improving balance and walking ability.

Benefits

VRT can help with a variety of vestibular problems, including benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) and Meniere's disease. It can also help people with an acquired or degenerative brain injury. The benefits of VRT can include decreased dizziness, improved balance, improved ability to stabilize vision, increased body strength, and a return to normal daily activities.

Risks

While VRT is generally safe, it can sometimes cause increased symptoms in some people. These symptoms can include increased dizziness, nausea, and imbalance. However, these symptoms usually decrease over time as the body adjusts to the exercises.

See also

• Physical therapy
• Balance disorder
• Vertigo

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