Vestibular (Inner Ear) Therapy
We offer individualized evaluation and treatment at Mayo Clinic Health System — Franciscan Healthcare in La Crosse for people of all ages experiencing symptoms of dizziness, including:
- Disequilibrium
- History of falling
- Imbalance
- Positional vertigo
- Post-concussive symptoms
- Post-stroke head injury
- Vertigo
- Vertigo associated with migraines
- Vestibular hypofunction
Our therapists are specially trained in the evaluation and treatment of vestibular disorders through advanced continuing education.
Based on the results of a comprehensive evaluation, a physical therapist will recommend treatment options, including:
- Education on ways to reduce fall risk
- Exercises addressing your specific concerns including interventions targeting:
- Balance
- Coordination
- Functional and work-related tasks
- Gaze stabilization to improve symptoms of dizziness and impaired eye-head control
- Individualized home program
- Postural control and stability
- Repositioning maneuvers to alleviate positional vertigo symptoms
- Skilled support in setting up and use of assistive devices to improve walking and safety
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Not all treatments, tests and services are available at all Mayo Clinic Health System locations. Check with your preferred location in advance.