How long does vestibular rehabilitation take to show improvement?

Many people begin noticing positive changes within the first couple of sessions, while others progress more gradually depending on the cause and severity of symptoms. Treatment builds step-by-step, allowing your nervous system to adjust at a comfortable pace. Consistency, home exercises, and your therapist’s guidance all influence the timeline.

Can vestibular rehabilitation help with balance issues unrelated to vertigo?

Yes. Even if spinning sensations are absent, rehabilitation can target broader balance challenges caused by aging, past injuries, vision processing issues, or general unsteadiness. The exercises help the body coordinate information more efficiently, improving how you stabilize yourself during walking, turning, and daily movements.

Is vestibular rehabilitation suitable for older adults?

Vestibular rehabilitation is often extremely helpful for older adults, especially when age-related changes affect balance or spatial awareness. The methods used are safe, steady, and adapted to each person’s comfort level. Many older adults gain confidence, steadier movement, and reduced fear of falling through these targeted exercises.

Will I feel dizzy during the exercises?

Some exercises may briefly trigger your symptoms as part of the retraining process. This is normal and expected. Your therapist closely monitors your comfort level and gradually progresses the intensity so your system adapts without overwhelming you. The goal is to build tolerance safely and steadily.

Can vestibular rehabilitation help with symptoms after a concussion?

Yes. Many post-concussion symptoms include dizziness, sensitivity to movement, or difficulty tracking visual stimuli. Rehabilitation helps recalibrate how your brain interprets motion, improving comfort during everyday tasks. Each plan is tailored to your stage of recovery to avoid overstimulation while still promoting progress.

Will the exercises be difficult if I’m very sensitive to movement?

Your plan will always begin at a level that feels manageable. Exercises are introduced gradually, respecting your sensitivity while still encouraging adaptation. Over time, you’ll build tolerance, allowing you to handle more complex or dynamic movements without triggering discomfort.

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A CLEAR PATH TOWARDS RELIEF FROM DIZZINESS AND VERTIGO

When dizziness disrupts your routine, even simple tasks can feel overwhelming. Sudden spinning, unsteadiness, or disorientation can make you cautious, guarded, and unsure of your own movements. At The Centre of Fitness, Health and Performance, our vestibular rehabilitation services in Toronto offer a focused, supportive approach that helps restore balance and clarity. Through thoughtful assessment, guided exercises, and personalized strategies, we help you regain your sense of stability — so you can move through your day with more ease and confidence.

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PATIENT FEEDBACK

KERI M.

Amazing services. I’ve been going to Dr. Chris & Josh for years and never had a bad experience. Always very helpful.

GHADA A.

Amazing clinic! I have excellent results in a short period of time. Special thanks to Dr. Sidney Lisser.

KRISTEN W.

Dr. Merrill, Colby and the front staff team are the best! They have helped me so much and are so professional and caring. I expect to be a life long patient!

WHAT IS VESTIBULAR REHABILITATION AND HOW DOES IT HELP?

Vestibular rehabilitation is a form of targeted therapy designed for individuals experiencing dizziness, vertigo, or balance disturbances. These symptoms are not only uncomfortable but deeply fatiguing, often leaving people feeling unsettled and restricted in their daily lives.

This approach combines exercise, education, and lifestyle adjustments to help your nervous system adapt and recalibrate. Treatment often includes:

Head positioning techniques
Vision and gaze-stability exercises
Balance training
Stretching and strengthening
Postural strategies
Lifestyle modifications
Education about recovery timelines and expectations

These techniques aim to improve communication between the eyes, inner ear, neck, and brain — allowing your body to interpret movement and spatial information more accurately.

WHAT MAKES OUR APPROACH TO VESTIBULAR REHABILITATION UNIQU?

Our method combines detailed clinical reasoning with highly individualized care. Because dizziness has many possible origins, accurate diagnosis is critical. At our clinic, you receive:

Precise Assessment

Our physiotherapist, Colby Bucci, has advanced training in vestibular rehabilitation and uses specific testing to pinpoint the source of your symptoms. This may involve positional testing, gaze assessments, balance screens, and other techniques that help determine exactly what’s happening in the inner ear or nervous system.

Comprehensive, Team-Based Care

Your care doesn’t stop with vestibular rehabilitation alone. Our team often plays an important role, especially for jaw, facial, or neck-related issues that may mimic or contribute to dizziness.

Our registered massage therapists may also assist by addressing stiffness in the head, neck, and upper body — common in those who experience vertigo or chronic dizziness.

Education That Empowers You

Understanding your diagnosis is essential. Your clinician will explain what’s happening in your system, why the symptoms occur, and what to expect throughout recovery.

Tailored Exercises and Strategies

Your plan evolves as you progress, ensuring your body continues to adapt and respond positively.

WHY CHOOSE US FOR VESTIBULAR REHABILITATION IN TORONTO?

People come to our clinic because they want clarity — a clear diagnosis, a clear plan, and a clear path forward. We deliver exactly that through:

Accurate testing and specific assessment
Thorough explanation of your condition
One-on-one treatment sessions every time
Collaboration between physiotherapy, chiropractic care, and massage therapy
A structured plan that targets the true source of your symptoms
A supportive environment focused on your comfort and progress

Our attention to detail ensures that nothing is overlooked and that you receive care that aligns directly with your needs.

DIZZINESS vs. VERTIGO — WHAT’s THE DIFFERENCE?

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Although often used interchangeably, dizziness and vertigo are not the same. Understanding this difference is essential for an accurate diagnosis.

Dizziness

A broad term used to describe sensations such as lightheadedness, disorientation, or internal spinning. Often described as “spinning inside your head.”

Vertigo

A specific form of dizziness defined as the illusion that the environment is spinning around you. These episodes are usually brief and often linked to inner-ear dysfunction.

Identifying which one you’re experiencing guides your clinician toward the most effective treatment plan.

Understanding BPPV — One of the Most Common Causes of Vertigo

BPPV occurs when tiny calcium crystals in the inner ear — normally used for detecting head movement — slip into a canal where they don’t belong. When misplaced, these crystals send confusing signals to the brain, causing the sensation that the room is spinning.

Symptoms are usually triggered by movements such as:

Looking up
Lying down
Rolling over in bed
Quick head turns

Although uncomfortable, BPPV can often be treated quickly and effectively. The key is determining which of the three inner-ear canals the crystals have moved into. Because misdiagnosis is common, precise assessment matters.

When properly identified and treated with the correct repositioning technique, symptoms can often resolve within 1–4 sessions.

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WHAT CAUSES DIZZINESS OR VERTIGO?

Many different systems in the body can contribute to balance problems. Common causes include:

Cardiovascular concerns such as low blood pressure
Vision processing issues
Inner-ear dysfunction
Age-related vestibular degeneration
Head trauma, concussion, or falls
Inner-ear nerve inflammation (neuritis)
Meniere’s Disease
BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo)

Determining the correct cause is essential for proper treatment.

WHAT BENEFITS CAN YOU EXPECT FROM VESTIBULAR REHABILITATION?

Many individuals experience a noticeable improvement in both comfort and confidence. Benefits may include:

Reduced dizziness
Fewer vertigo episodes
Reduced anxiety around daily tasks

More control during movement

Improved gaze stability

Better balance

Greater comfort when navigating busy environments
Enhanced overall sense of steadiness

Over time, your body relearns how to interpret motion and spatial information with greater accuracy.

WHAT TO EXPECT DURING YOUR VESTIBULAR REHABILITATION SESSIONS

Your vestibular assessment is structured, calm, and highly detailed. During your first appointment, your therapist will:

Review your health history
Ask about your symptoms, triggers, and onset
Perform positional testing
Evaluate eye movement and gaze stability
Assess balance and coordination
Determine whether dizziness is vestibular, visual, muscular, or neurological in origin

Once the source is identified, your treatment begins immediately. Techniques may include:

Crystal-repositioning maneuvers (if BPPV is diagnosed)
Gaze-stability exercises
Balance and coordination training
Head-movement retraining
Neck-related treatment if needed

Education on self-management and expectations

Education on self-management and expectations

FIND RELIEF AND REGAIN YOUR BALANCE STARTING TODAY

You don’t have to navigate dizziness or vertigo alone. With the right assessment and a well-planned approach, lasting improvement is possible — often faster than you might expect.

Book your vestibular rehabilitation appointment today and take the first step toward steady, confident movement.

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TORONTO’S FINEST: MEET OUR VESTIBULAR THERAPIST

We are a multidisciplinary team working together to get you the results you desire. Whether it be pain relief, increased mobility, or keeping you feeling young, we can help you get there!

Colby Bucci, MScPT

Physiotherapist & Clinic Owner

Vestibular Therapist, Oral Facial Pain Therapist

INSURANCE PARTNERS

All of our practitioners are fully registered professionals, which means their services are recognized by the majority of extended health and workplace benefit plans. After each appointment, you’ll receive a detailed receipt that you can submit to your insurance provider for reimbursement according to your plan’s coverage.