Question 1

What conditions do you treat with vestibular rehabilitation?

Accepted Answer

Common conditions treated include:
Vertigo, dizziness and balance disorders
BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo)
PPPD (Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness)
Vestibular Hypofunction
Vestibular neuritis and labyrinthitis
Vestibular migraine
Chronic imbalance
Age-related balance issues
Motion sensitivity

Question 2

How does home-based vestibular rehabilitation work?

Accepted Answer

A physiotherapist that specialises in vestibular rehabilitation travels to your home to perform a full assessment, including balance testing, eye movement evaluation, and positional tests for vertigo. Treatment may include repositioning manoeuvres (like the Epley), gaze-stability exercises, and balance retraining—all tailored to your environment.

Question 3

Is vestibular physiotherapy effective for vertigo and dizziness?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Research shows vestibular rehabilitation is one of the most effective treatments for vertigo, dizziness, and balance disorders. Many people experience improvements within a few sessions, especially with BPPV.

Question 4

Do you treat BPPV at home?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. BPPV can be safely and effectively treated in your home using proven repositioning manoeuvers. Most patients with BPPV improve in 1–3 sessions.

Question 5

What are the benefits of  having vestibular rehabilitation at home?

Accepted Answer

Key benefits include:
No travel required (ideal for dizziness or mobility issues)
Assessment in your real-life environment
Improved safety and comfort
Reduced symptom flare-ups from travelling
Highly personalised treatment

Question 6

How long are home visit vestibular physio sessions?

Accepted Answer

Initial assessments are 60minutes and Follow up sessions are 30minutes.

Question 7

How many vestibular physio sessions will I need?

Accepted Answer

The number of sessions varies:
BPPV: often 1–3 sessions
Vestibular neuritis, Functional and Central disorders such as Vestibular Migraine and PPPD: several weeks to a few months
Balance issues: ongoing or periodic visits
Consistency with exercises and compliance with the correct doseage of exercises aids recovery.

Question 8

Do I need a doctor's referral for vestibular physiotherapy?

Accepted Answer

No referral is required.
It would be useful to access reports from previous consultations or  investigations if available.
We can can provide assessment and treatment summaries for for your GP if needed.

Question 9

What should I wear for my vestibular physiotherapy session?

Accepted Answer

Wear comfortable clothing and supportive footwear that allow you to move safely during balance and mobility exercises.

Question 10

Will vestibular rehabilitation exercises make me dizzy?

Accepted Answer

Some temporary dizziness is normal, especially early in treatment. This typically improves as your vestibular system adapts. Your therapist will progress exercises at a safe pace.
All tests and exercises will be explained in full so you will know what to expect and how you should feel.

Question 11

Can vestibular therapy help with motion sensitivity or dizziness while driving?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Vestibular physiotherapy includes habituation exercises designed to reduce motion sensitivity, improve tolerance to movement, and decrease dizziness triggered by driving or riding in vehicles.

Question 12

How soon will I notice improvements?

Accepted Answer

Many patients feel relief within the first few appointments. Conditions like BPPV respond quickly, while others require consistent therapy over several weeks.

Question 13

Is vestibular therapy safe for older adults?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Vestibular rehabilitation is safe and highly effective for seniors. It helps reduce fall risk, improves confidence, and enhances mobility.
A thorough initial assessment will highlight any contraindications and treatments can be adapted accordingly.

Question 14

What areas do you cover for Home Visits?

Accepted Answer

We provide home visits in Bournemouth and the surrounding area. More accurate locations can be found on the Areas Covered page.

Frequently asked questions

What conditions do you treat with vestibular rehabilitation?

How does home-based vestibular rehabilitation work?

Is vestibular physiotherapy effective for vertigo and dizziness?

Do you treat BPPV at home?

What are the benefits of having vestibular rehabilitation at home?

How long are home visit vestibular physio sessions?

How many vestibular physio sessions will I need?

Do I need a doctor's referral for vestibular physiotherapy?

What should I wear for my vestibular physiotherapy session?

Will vestibular rehabilitation exercises make me dizzy?

Can vestibular therapy help with motion sensitivity or dizziness while driving?

How soon will I notice improvements?

Is vestibular therapy safe for older adults?

What areas do you cover for Home Visits?

Frequently asked questions

What conditions do you treat with vestibular rehabilitation?

How does home-based vestibular rehabilitation work?

Is vestibular physiotherapy effective for vertigo and dizziness?

Do you treat BPPV at home?

What are the benefits of having vestibular rehabilitation at home?

How long are home visit vestibular physio sessions?

How many vestibular physio sessions will I need?

Do I need a doctor's referral for vestibular physiotherapy?

What should I wear for my vestibular physiotherapy session?

Will vestibular rehabilitation exercises make me dizzy?

Can vestibular therapy help with motion sensitivity or dizziness while driving?

How soon will I notice improvements?

Is vestibular therapy safe for older adults?

What areas do you cover for Home Visits?