Vestibular & Vertigo Rehabilitation Etobicoke

Regain balance, restore confidence, and return to sport safely.

At Thrive Physio Sports Performance, our Vestibular & Vertigo Rehabilitation program is designed for athletes and active individuals who want to move with confidence again. Whether dizziness is affecting your training, competition, or daily life, our one‑on‑one, performance‑focused care helps address the root cause and guide a safe return to activity.

What Is Vestibular & Vertigo Rehabilitation?

Vestibular rehabilitation is a specialized form of physiotherapy that focuses on the inner ear (vestibular system) and how it works with your eyes, brain, and body to control balance and movement.

When this system is disrupted—by concussion, infection, benign positional vertigo (BPPV), or repeated head movement common in sport—you may experience dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, nausea, or difficulty focusing.

Vestibular & vertigo rehabilitation uses targeted exercises and manual techniques to retrain the nervous system, improve balance, and reduce symptoms so you can return to high‑level movement safely.

Common Symptoms We Treat

Athletes and active individuals often come to us with:

  • Dizziness or spinning sensations (vertigo)

  • Light‑headedness during movement or training

  • Balance or coordination issues

  • Nausea or motion sensitivity

  • Difficulty focusing or visual blurring

  • Headaches associated with movement

  • Symptoms following concussion or head injury

If symptoms worsen with running, jumping, cutting, or quick head movements, vestibular rehab may be the missing link in your recovery.

Conditions We Help With

Our vestibular physiotherapists commonly treat:

  • Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)

  • Sport‑related concussions

  • Post‑concussion dizziness and balance issues

  • Inner ear infections or inflammation

  • Vestibular hypofunction

  • Persistent dizziness after injury or illness

Each program is tailored to your sport, training demands, and performance goals.

Our Sports Performance Approach

At Thrive Physio Sports Performance, vestibular rehab goes beyond symptom relief. Our goal is to restore high‑level movement, reaction time, and confidence.

Your individualized program may include:

  • Positional maneuvers for vertigo (e.g. BPPV treatment)

  • Gaze stabilization and eye‑head coordination drills

  • Balance and proprioceptive training

  • Dynamic movement retraining

  • Sport‑specific progressions

  • Gradual return‑to‑play protocols

All care is delivered one‑on‑one by experienced physiotherapists who understand athletic movement and performance demands.

What to Expect During Your Assessment

Your first visit includes a thorough evaluation of:

  • Vestibular function and eye movements

  • Balance and postural control

  • Neck mobility and strength

  • Movement tolerance and symptom triggers

  • Sport‑specific demands

From there, we build a clear, progressive plan that prioritizes safety while pushing you toward a confident return to training and competition.

Who Is Vestibular Rehab For?

This service is ideal for:

  • Competitive and recreational athletes

  • Youth athletes recovering from concussion

  • Active adults experiencing vertigo or dizziness

  • Individuals whose symptoms interfere with training or daily movement

If dizziness is limiting your performance, vestibular rehab can help you regain control.

 

Why Choose Thrive Physio Sports Performance?

  • One‑on‑one private care

  • Performance‑driven rehab approach

  • Experienced physiotherapists with sports expertise

  • Integrated care alongside strength, rehab, and recovery

  • Clear return‑to‑sport guidance

We don’t just help you feel better—we help you move better.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Vestibular rehabilitation is a specialized form of physiotherapy that treats dizziness, vertigo, balance issues, and visual disturbances by retraining how the brain, eyes, inner ear, and body work together.

Yes. Vestibular rehab is especially effective for athletes because it targets symptoms that interfere with running, jumping, cutting, and quick head movements. Treatment is progressed to sport-specific demands.

Absolutely. Vestibular rehabilitation is a key component of post-concussion care and can help reduce dizziness, balance problems, headaches, and visual sensitivity following head injuries.

 

The number of sessions varies depending on your condition, symptoms, and sport. Some cases of vertigo improve quickly, while post-concussion or complex cases may require a progressive treatment plan.

Yes. Vestibular rehabilitation is provided by a registered physiotherapist and is typically covered under extended health benefits. Coverage varies by plan.