Relief from Vertigo, Dizziness and More

What is Vestibular Rehabilitation

Vestibular rehabilitation is a targeted, evidence-informed approach designed to relieve vertigo, dizziness, and balance issues by improving how your visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive systems work together. At New Directions in Health, Dr. Friedman performs comprehensive assessments to identify the root causes of imbalance, poor posture, and motion sensitivity. This personalized therapy helps restore stability, coordination, and confidence in daily movement

Understanding the Key Players in Balance

Your body relies on three primary systems to maintain balance and spatial orientation: the visual system, the vestibular system, and spinal proprioception. Each system plays a unique role, and together they form a sophisticated network that enables you to navigate the world confidently.

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THE VISUAL SYSTEM

The visual system helps you interpret your surroundings, gauge distance, and maintain spatial awareness, all of which are essential for balance and stable posture. When visual input is unclear or poorly integrated, it can lead to dizziness, unsteadiness, and difficulty coordinating movement. Strong visual processing supports smoother, more controlled motion
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THE VESTIBULAR SYSTERM

The vestibular system, located in the inner ear, detects head movement, acceleration, and spatial orientation to keep you steady and upright. It plays a key role in balance by coordinating reflexes that stabilize your eyes and body during motion. When this system is disrupted, symptoms like vertigo, imbalance, and poor posture can occur.
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SPINAL PROPRIOCEPTION

Spinal proprioception is your body’s internal sense of position, helping you automatically adjust posture and movement without conscious effort. Sensors in the muscles and joints send constant feedback to the brain, allowing you to stay balanced and aligned during everyday activities. When proprioception is impaired, it can lead to instability, poor posture, and increased risk of falls.

HOW YOUR BALANCE SYSTEMS WORK TOGETHER

These systems constantly share information to help you stay aligned, focused, and steady—whether you’re walking, turning your head, or navigating uneven ground. When even one system is disrupted, symptoms like dizziness, blurred vision, headaches, or unsteadiness can appear, which vestibular rehabilitation is designed to correct.

What to Expect & Who Can Benefit

Vestibular rehabilitation includes customized exercises such as eye-tracking drills, balance training, and proprioceptive work to retrain your body’s stability and spatial awareness. This therapy is highly effective for vertigo, post-concussion symptoms, balance disorders, neck pain, headaches, and motion sensitivity. If you’re experiencing dizziness, poor posture, or coordination problems, Dr. Friedman can provide a full assessment to help you regain balance and move with confidence

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