Vestibular Physiotherapy for Feelings of Unsteadiness

Do you feel unsteady on your feet, as if the ground is shifting beneath you? Maybe you find it difficult to walk in the dark, feel off balance when turning your head, or struggle to stand for long periods. These sensations can be unsettling and may point to a vestibular issue. At In Step Physiotherapy , our Vestibular Physiotherapy Edmonton program is designed to help you feel stable, confident, and safe again.

What Is Vestibular Unsteadiness?

Unsteadiness refers to a sense of imbalance or instability that isn’t always accompanied by spinning dizziness (vertigo). It may feel like:

A sensation of swaying or rocking

Difficulty walking straight

Fear of falling, even on flat surfaces

Light-headedness or disorientation in busy environments

These symptoms are often related to disorders in the vestibular system—part of the inner ear and brain that helps control balance and eye movements.

How Vestibular Physiotherapy Helps

At In Step Physiotherapy, we offer evidence-based vestibular physiotherapy that targets the root causes of your unsteadiness. Our treatments aim to retrain your brain and body to respond appropriately to movement and changes in position.

Our specialized approach includes:

Balance retraining exercises

Gaze stabilization techniques

Habituation therapy for motion sensitivity

Manual therapy for neck-related dizziness

Education on lifestyle and environmental adaptations

These interventions are highly personalized based on your symptoms, diagnosis, and activity level.

What to Expect at Your Appointment

Your first visit to our Edmonton clinic will include a thorough assessment to determine the cause and contributing factors to your unsteadiness. This may include:

Balance and gait testing

Positional testing to rule out BPPV

Evaluation of visual tracking and coordination

Neck mobility and posture assessment

From there, your physiotherapist will design a custom treatment plan focused on reducing your symptoms and restoring your stability.

Who Can Benefit?

Vestibular physiotherapy is suitable for individuals with:

Unexplained unsteadiness or imbalance

Age-related balance decline

Post-concussion symptoms

Vestibular neuritis or labyrinthitis

Meniere’s disease

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)

It is also valuable for anyone who feels off balance in environments with busy patterns, low lighting, or crowded spaces.

Why Choose In Step Physiotherapy?

Our team at In Step Physiotherapy in Edmonton has advanced training in vestibular rehabilitation. We combine clinical expertise with a compassionate, patient-first approach to help you regain your footing and reduce the fear of falling.

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