Helping You Move With Balance And Confidence At Emerald Hills Physio & Sport Clinic
Finding your balance again can feel overwhelming when dizziness, vertigo, or unsteadiness interfere with daily life. Even seemingly simple tasks, such as driving, getting out of bed, and shopping, can feel uncertain at times. At Emerald Hills Physio & Sport Clinic, we understand how these challenges affect confidence and independence.
That’s where vestibular rehabilitation comes in. Through careful assessment and guided exercises, our therapists work with you to retrain your balance system, reduce dizziness, and make everyday movement safer and easier. Whether your symptoms are recent or ongoing, Vestibular Physiotherapy in Sherwood Park provides a supportive path toward steadier steps and renewed confidence.
Dizziness and balance problems come from many sources, including inner ear conditions, head injuries, changes with aging, or neurological and musculoskeletal issues that affect the neck, vision and proprioception. Vestibular physiotherapy focuses on retraining the sensory systems that control balance: the inner ear (vestibular system), vision, and somatosensory inputs from your feet, joints and neck. Our therapists assess how these systems interact and design exercises to improve gaze stability, reduce sensitivity to movement, and restore steady walking and turning.
When you come to our clinic, we help by first listening to your story: when symptoms began, how they affect daily life, and what makes them better or worse. The physical assessment often includes tests of eye movements and tracking, balance tests, head and neck mobility, gait observation, and positional testing (for example, the Dix–Hallpike manoeuvre) when appropriate. This assessment guides which techniques will be most helpful and how quickly we can progress your program.
Realign displaced inner-ear crystals in cases of BPPV.
Home-based drills to reduce positional dizziness.
Gradual exposure to movements or environments that trigger symptoms, helping reduce sensitivity.
Improve vision during head movements.
Strengthen visual tracking and control.
Retrain the brain to adjust vestibular reflexes after injury.
Use vision and body awareness when vestibular signals are weak.
Includes standing, reaching, and challenging balance tasks.
Improve the body’s ability to rely on different balance systems (vision, vestibular, proprioception).
Walking with head turns, speed changes, or obstacles to restore safe mobility.
Daily movements like stair climbing, bending, or turning with confidence.
Gentle techniques to address neck stiffness or tightness.
Improve head–neck awareness and posture-related symptoms.
Guidance on Home Safety and, if Needed, Mobility Aids.
Support for activity planning, stress management, and energy conservation to reduce flare-ups.
People commonly referred to vestibular care include those with:
BPPV is caused when small crystals in the inner ear shift out of place, leading to brief spinning sensations when turning in bed, bending, or looking up. Physiotherapy uses repositioning manoeuvres, such as the Epley manoeuvre, to restore comfort and reduce vertigo episodes.
These inner ear inflammations can cause sudden vertigo and imbalance. Even after the infection clears, dizziness may persist. Physiotherapy introduces balance and adaptation exercises to retrain the brain and improve stability.
Head injuries can affect balance, vision, and concentration. Vestibular rehab combines gaze stability, balance training, and gradual movement exposure to support a safe return to school, work, or sport.
Visual environments or specific head movements may trigger long-standing dizziness. Physiotherapy uses habituation and pacing strategies to reduce triggers and improve motion tolerance.
This condition causes episodes of vertigo, changes in hearing, and ear pressure. Physiotherapy helps manage lingering imbalance between attacks, focusing on steadiness and fall prevention.
As balance systems weaken with age, people may feel unsteady or experience falls. Therapy provides balance retraining, gait exercises, and strategies to maintain independence and safety.
Crowded spaces, scrolling screens, or busy environments can cause dizziness. Habituation and sensory reweighting exercises help the nervous system adapt and improve comfort.
After certain ear or acoustic neuroma surgeries, imbalance is common. Physiotherapy accelerates adaptation, restores coordination, and supports return to daily activities.
The goals depend on your situation, but often include:
The number of sessions varies depending on the cause, duration of symptoms, and how your body responds to exercises. Early treatment often leads to faster symptom control, but many people need several weeks of guided therapy plus a home program. At our clinic, we help by teaching clear, manageable home exercises and by progressing them in the clinic so you feel capable of performing them safely on your own. Home exercises commonly include gaze stability routines, balance tasks, and canalith repositioning manoeuvres when indicated.
Beyond exercises, our therapists help you apply skills to real life. That may include graded return-to-work or sports plans, strategies for driving and public transit, vestibular-friendly approaches to shopping and social outings, and environment modifications at home to reduce trip hazards. We also include caregiver education when needed and coordinate with other health providers to make sure your plan fits your overall recovery.
Wear comfortable clothing and footwear that allows safe movement. Bring a list of medications, any notes from recent medical visits, and, if possible, a summary of the symptoms (what makes them worse/better, when they started). Please remember to bring any mobility aids you use to the visit. Our therapists will review your history and guide you through tests and gentle movements to map your treatment plan.
You may want to book an appointment if you notice:
Early care often leads to quicker improvement, though therapy can also support long-term conditions.
If dizziness, vertigo, or balance changes are limiting what you can do, our clinic can help you regain steady movement and provide practical strategies for everyday life. Contact Emerald Hills Physio & Sport Clinic to arrange an assessment and plan that fits your needs. Vestibular Physiotherapy in Sherwood Park is available at our location. We help people rebuild balance and confidence with guided, progressive care from our therapists.
Explore our vestibular physiotherapy video resources in Sherwood Park, demonstrating exercises and treatments that help improve balance, reduce dizziness, and support daily movement.
Mani specializes in TMJ rehabilitation, combining manual therapy, dry needling, and targeted exercise programs to relieve jaw pain, improve mobility, and restore function. With over 20 years of physiotherapy experience, he creates personalized TMJ treatment plans that address posture, muscle tension, and functional movement for long-lasting results.
Denise offers manual therapy for TMJ disorders, using hands-on techniques to reduce jaw pain, clicking, and facial tension. Her Level 5 Orthopedic and TMJ rehabilitation certification allows her to restore jaw alignment, improve mobility, and support long-term TMJ function.
Unnati provides evidence-based TMJ physiotherapy, including dry needling, joint mobilization, and Kinesio taping. She focuses on reducing jaw pain, improving movement, and relieving tension in the muscles around the jaw, helping patients achieve functional and pain-free TMJ movement.
Yes, vertigo is one of the main conditions treated with vestibular rehabilitation, especially if caused by BPPV or inner ear dysfunction.
Absolutely. Post-concussion vestibular therapy helps restore balance, reduce dizziness, and improve coordination.
Yes, customized exercises can desensitize the nervous system to motion, reducing nausea and dizziness.
Yes. By improving balance, coordination, and reaction times, vestibular therapy reduces the risk of falls.
It can help manage dizziness and imbalance, although it doesn’t cure Meniere’s disease itself.
You can book vestibular rehabilitation at Emerald Hills Physio & Sport Clinic, a trusted provider in Sherwood Park.
No referral is required; you can book directly with Emerald Hills Physio.
Yes, Emerald Hills Physio has trained vestibular physiotherapists ready to help.
Coverage varies. Some cases may be partially covered, but private insurance plans typically help with costs.
Yes, Emerald Hills Physio & Sport Clinic has physiotherapists with focused vestibular training
Your physiotherapist will assess your symptoms, perform balance and eye movement tests, and design a personalized treatment plan.
Sessions usually last between thirty and sixty minutes, depending on how complicated the symptoms are.
It depends on your condition; some improve after 1–3 sessions, while others may need several weeks of therapy.
No, but some exercises may briefly trigger dizziness as part of retraining the brain.
Yes, home exercises are a key part of vestibular therapy to reinforce clinic sessions.
Common methods include canalith repositioning maneuvers, gaze stabilization, balance retraining, and habituation exercises.
It’s a repositioning technique used in vestibular therapy to treat BPPV by moving displaced crystals in the inner ear.
Yes, gaze stabilization exercises strengthen the connection between eye and head movements.
Yes, exercises focus on improving stability, posture, and walking confidence.
Yes, as your vestibular system adapts, nausea and dizziness typically decrease.
Although outcomes differ depending on the condition, many patients experience improvements after a few sessions.
Yes, seniors benefit greatly as it reduces dizziness, improves balance, and helps prevent falls.
For BPPV, yes, it can often resolve vertigo completely. For other conditions, it helps manage symptoms effectively.
It depends on the cause. Some patients experience complete relief, while others need ongoing management.
Your physiotherapist will adjust your treatment plan or recommend additional medical assessments.
Costs vary, but most sessions are comparable to standard physiotherapy rates.
Yes, many private insurance plans cover it. Check with your provider for details.
Yes, if dizziness or imbalance is work-related, the Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) may provide coverage.
Yes, motor vehicle accident insurance often covers vestibular rehabilitation.
Some insurance providers require a doctor’s referral; check your policy.
If dizziness is under control, yes. Your physiotherapist will advise based on safety.
Yes, therapy helps restore confidence in walking, standing, and moving without fear of falling.
Yes, but exercises should be modified under your physiotherapist’s guidance.
Yes, athletes benefit from vestibular rehab to regain coordination and prevent re-injury.
Yes, reducing dizziness and imbalance often helps alleviate anxiety and improve overall quality of life.
Yes, kids with balance or coordination issues can benefit from focused vestibular care.
Yes, gentle techniques can be applied safely, but always consult your doctor first.
Yes, therapy for seniors focuses on fall prevention and safe mobility.
Yes, it helps stroke survivors regain balance and coordination.
Yes, vestibular therapy is often used to treat vestibular migraines and reduce dizziness.
We have experienced physiotherapists, state-of-the-art equipment, and personalized care plans tailored to each patient.
Yes, we provide comprehensive balance and dizziness assessments before treatment.
Yes, depending on availability, we offer same-day or next-day bookings.
Yes, our team includes physiotherapists with focused vestibular rehabilitation certification.
Yes, many patients combine vestibular therapy with general physiotherapy or massage for overall recovery.
Wear comfortable clothing and supportive shoes for balance and movement exercises.
Some exercises may briefly trigger dizziness, but this is part of retraining the brain.
You should complete the recommended program to prevent relapse.
Some exercises and follow-ups may be done virtually, but in-person care is usually most effective.
You can make an online appointment via our website or give our clinic a call.
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