Physiotherapy and Fall Prevention
A Health Canada study shows that falls are the leading cause of injury in Canadians. Approximately 63 percent of seniors, 50 percent of adolescents, and 35 percent of working age adults are injured in falls. Of course, there are many considerations at play. The event can be the result of weather (icy sidewalks, etc.), sports, a hazardous workplace environment, simple […]
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
What is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) BPPV is a peripheral vestibular condition which causes mild to intense dizziness influenced by specific changes in head position. It is most prevalent in population between ages of 50-70 although it can occur at any time of the lifespan. In young population or among individuals below the age of […]
Treating Vertigo & Dizziness, Vestibular Physiotherapy
Do you suffer from vertigo? Did you know that Vestibular Physiotherapy may help if you have episodes of vertigo (spinning/dizziness) and/or nausea? What is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) BPPV is a common disorder of the inner ear (your vestibular system). The vestibular system consists of the utricle, saccule, and three semicircular canals. The semicircular […]