Vestibular rehabilitation is a specialized form of physiotherapy designed to assess and treat dizziness, vertigo, and balance disorders. The vestibular system is located in the inner ear, and it plays an important role in maintaining balance and spatial awareness. When this system is disrupted, it can lead to symptoms like spinning sensations, unsteadiness, and difficulty focusing.

Our physiotherapists use targeted exercises and treatment strategies to help retrain the brain and body to interpret balance signals correctly. Through structured vestibular rehabilitation, patients can reduce symptoms, improve stability, and regain confidence in daily movement.

Who is Vestibular Therapy For?

Vestibular rehabilitation is appropriate for individuals experiencing dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, or motion sensitivity.

It may also benefit people recovering from:

• Inner ear disorders or infections
• Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
• Concussion or head injury
• Vestibular neuritis or labyrinthitis
• Unexplained dizziness or unsteadiness

These conditions can affect anyone from athletes to older adults and may significantly interfere with work, recreation, and daily activities. Our goal in Vestibular Physotherapy is to identify the underlying cause and develop a treatment plan that helps restore normal balance function.

Benefits of Vestibular Rehab

Vestibular rehabilitation physiotherapy focuses on improving how your brain and body work together to maintain balance. With treatment, patients often notice:

• Reduced dizziness and vertigo episodes
• Improved balance and coordination
• Increased stability
• Better visual focus and reduced motion sensitivity
• Greater confidence in daily movement

Each vestibular physio treatment plan is customized to match your symptoms, goals, and activity level.

Our Vestibular Physiotherapy Team

Three of our physiotherapists have completed advanced training in vestibular rehabilitation. They are ready to assess and treat vertigo and balance problems.

Our team brings both clinical knowledge and hands-on experience, along with a commitment to helping patients move confidently and enjoy life free from dizziness or balance problems.

Arri McWatt

Arri (he/him) graduated with a Master of Science in Physical Therapy in 2010 from the University of Alberta. Since then, he’s gathered extensive experience working with clients of all ages (from 5 to 95!) and all levels of mobility and function.
Challenging himself to create unique treatment plans to optimize outcomes for each individual truly drives his passion for physiotherapy.

Courtney Von Wackerbarth

Courtney’s (she/her) passion for physiotherapy originates from overcoming health issues of her own. After bouncing around the healthcare system without answers, a physiotherapist properly diagnosed her with a rare form of arthritis. This inspired Courtney to pursue physiotherapy so she could help others with that same level of passion and care.
Courtney graduated from the University of Alberta with a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy in 2018.

Steven Canduro

Steven (he/him) wholeheartedly believes in the benefits of exercise and movement when it comes to overcoming injury, and is exactly why he is pursued his career in physical therapy. He graduated with distinction from the University of Alberta in 2019 with a Bachelor of Kinesiology. While working through his Kinesiology degree, Steven chose to major in Sport Performance. Steve completed his Masters of Science in Physical Therapy program at the U of A in 2022.

What to Expect During Treatment

Treatment begins with a detailed assessment to determine the cause and nature of your dizziness or balance issue. This may include positional testing, balance evaluations, and visual coordination assessments.

Once the underlying problem is identified, your physiotherapist will design a personalized physiotherapy plan. Treatment may include eye and head movement exercises, balance retraining, and coordination drills to help the brain adapt and restore proper balance control.

You will be given specific exercises to do at home to continue your therapy beyond our clinic doors. Consistent at-home exercises, along with your in clinic appointments, are key to seeing long-term results.

Your progress is monitored at each appointment with us, and your exercises will be adjusted as symptoms improve.

Begin Your Vestibular Treatment

Vestibular rehabilitation restores your balance and coordination so you move confidently every day.

Book your vestibular physiotherapy assessment today to improve your balance and find relief.