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Vestibular Physiotherapy Calgary Downtown
Understanding Dizziness
Common symptoms include:
- Vertigo or spinning sensations
- Light headedness or fogginess
- Blurred or unstable vision
- Imbalance or unsteadiness
- Nausea or motion sensitivity
- Fatigue or difficulty focusing
Common causes of dizziness and imbalance include:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo from inner ear crystals
- Vestibular neuritis or labyrinthitis after viral infection
- Vestibular migraine sometimes without headache
- Age related or post viral balance changes
- Neck related dizziness from joint or muscle tension
How Physiotherapy Helps
Treatment may include:
- Repositioning techniques for BPPV
- Targeted balance and motion sensitivity exercises
- Eye and head coordination for gaze stability
- Manual therapy for the neck when stiffness is involved
- Balance and confidence training for daily activity
- Education and home strategies to support long term recovery
Concussion Related Dizziness and Recovery
Dizziness, imbalance, and fogginess are common after concussion and often come from how the brain, neck, and vestibular systems interact.
Even after the initial injury heals, the nervous system can remain sensitive, leading to symptoms when you move, focus, or turn your head.
Our physiotherapists assess how your neck, balance, and visual systems are working together and guide recovery with:
- Neck and movement retraining
- Balance and gaze stability exercises
- Education on pacing and gradual return to activity
- Collaboration with your physician or other providers when needed
Our goal is to help you move confidently, think clearly, and return to daily life without lingering dizziness or fatigue.
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FAQ
Questions
Vestibular Physiotherapy
Here are some of the common questions our Calgary patients ask about how Vestibular Physiotherapy
works, what to expect, and how it can help you move and feel better.
Do I need a referral?
What if I am not sure what is causing my dizziness?
Can BPPV return after treatment?
Is dizziness ever caused by the neck?
How long does it take to feel better?
Is this covered by insurance?
Yes. Vestibular and concussion related treatments are provided by registered physiotherapists and are covered under physiotherapy benefits.
We direct bill to all major national insurers and to most group and specialty benefit providers, including Alberta Blue Cross, Canada Life, Sun Life Financial, Manulife, Green Shield Canada, and Desjardins Insurance.
Direct billing means we submit your claim for you at the time of your visit. You’re only responsible for any amount not covered by your plan.
What areas of Calgary do you serve?
We’re located in Downtown Calgary in Stephen Avenue Place, connected to the Plus-15 network.
We commonly see patients from nearby inner-city communities including Beltline, Mission, Kensington, Sunnyside, Hillhurst, Mount Royal, Eau Claire, East Village, and surrounding Calgary neighbourhoods.
Patients also travel to us from across the city for specialized physiotherapy and one-on-one care.
How to Get Started
