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