Navigating the labyrinth of vestibular disorders can be challenging, and one of the most common culprits is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). In this comprehensive blog post, we'll unravel the intricacies of BPPV, exploring its symptoms, differential diagnosis, pathophysiology, and effective treatment strategies such as Canalith Repositioning Maneuvers. Additionally, we'll shed light on the transformative role of vestibular therapy in restoring equilibrium. Join us on this journey to understand, manage, and conquer the twists and turns of BPPV. BPPV Symptoms: A Spinning Tale Individ ..read more

There has been a large focus on core strengthening in recent times, however many people are not fully aware of what our “core” entails. The first thing that springs to mind for many people is our rectus abdominis or “six pack” muscles, but the reality is that we have several different muscles that help form our core: Rectus Abdominis, External and Internal Obliques, Transverse Abdominis, and our erector spinae. The Rectus abdominis is your most superficial muscle and helps you flex or bend your body forward and it's the main muscle you work when performing exercises such as crunches or sit up ..read more

Due to our current times, many people find themselves newly working from home. This can leave people in a work environment that is set up more for relaxing rather than sitting and working for long hours. An improper workstation can increase back pain, neck pain and even shoulder pain. It’s important to ensure that your workstation is optimized for you so that you are able to transition painlessly into working from home. The general checklist of a good workspace is as follows: Top of the monitor should be at eye level Make sure that your head is in a neutral position, you should not have to c ..read more

May is Huntington’s Disease Awareness month in many countries around the world. Huntington’s disease is a progressive and hereditary disorder that can be identified by abnormal movement, personality changes and dementia. The disease is caused by a mutation of the Huntington’s gene and the severity of the symptoms are directly related to how mutated the gene is. The gene that controls this expansion is autosomal dominant which means that if you have the gene, you have a 50% chance of passing it on to your children and having them inherit the disease. According to the Huntington’s Disease Socie ..read more

Your balance systems help you stand, walk, turn, and move throughout your day without falling. Falls increase your risk for injury, and repeated falls also lead to a fear of falling and decline in activity levels. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: One in four Americans aged 65+ falls each year. One out of five falls causes a serious injury, such as broken bones or a head injury Every 11 seconds, an older adult is treated in the emergency room for a fall; every 19 minutes, an older adult dies from a fall. Falls are the leading cause of fatal injury and the mos ..read more

If you've been noticing that your finger is feeling stiff, catching, and clicking when moving it, or painful at the base of your finger, you may perhaps be dealing with a condition termed “trigger finger”, or stenosing tenosynovitis. Trigger finger is when the finger tendon gets inflamed and starts to thicken into a nodule which interferes with the tendon’s gliding movement, thus causing the characteristic clicking or snapping when moving the finger. What's involved? At the base of our fingers are bundles of tissue that anchor the flexor tendons to our bones called the A1 pulley. If there is ..read more

Patient Case Study Kelly is a 35-year-old female who came to our clinic looking for answers and to help deal with her dizziness symptoms. Symptoms started 3 years ago with an episode of vertigo. Though her vertigo is no longer present, over the years she has been experiencing a progressively worsening constant rocking and swaying sensation. As a result, she has been avoiding activity and household chores. Tasks such as driving, going to the grocery store, and being on the computer have progressively gotten more challenging. As a result, she has been unable to continue working as an Accountant ..read more

If you are experiencing pain around your kneecap, you may be experiencing patellofemoral pain syndrome, or also called Runner’s Knee. What is Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (A.K.A Runner’s Knee)? The patellofemoral joint is the connection between your kneecap (patella) and your leg (femur). Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, or PFPS for short, is pain in the front of the knee or around the patella (kneecap). The hallmark trait of PFPS is intensifying pain with activities like squatting, getting up from the chair, climbing stairs, walking downhill, or even sitting for long periods of time with your kn ..read more

Do you ever wonder how your body responds to stress? The human body is exceptional at adapting and responding to changes in the environment through self-regulating processes in order to maintain an internal stable environment, known as homeostasis. You often go through life not paying attention to these automatic processes because of how well your body is at adapting although the human body does have its limits. Humans are currently living in a very unique time in history as the world has drastically changed over the last 50 years. Our society has redefined expectations of productivity, succe ..read more

Clinical Example of Migraine Associated Vertigo 3 years ago I met Trisha, a 39 year-old mother of 2 children. She came to vestibular physical therapy with episodes of vertigo that seemed to happen randomly. She would feel spinning 2-3 times per week, and even when she wasn’t spinning she felt off. Her dizziness worsened with things like computer screens, bright lights, and crowded environments like Costco. One of the first questions she asked me was “will I ever be able to go to Vegas again?”, which to this day is one of my favorite questions I’ve ever been asked. Trisha was suffering from ve ..read more