Concussion & Vestibular Rehab

Concussion and Vestibular Rehab

Concussion often affects the brain's ability to tolerate head movements and eye movements. This can cause:

• Dizziness
• Spinning sensation
• Balance problems
• Difficulty reading

Vestibular rehabilitation is a specialized branch of physiotherapy that retrains how the inner ear, eyes, and brain work together to keep you balanced and oriented. After a concussion, this coordination often breaks down, which is why symptoms such as dizziness, motion sensitivity, and difficulty reading can linger long after the initial injury. Jumana uses targeted, progressive exercises to help the brain recalibrate and reduce these symptoms over time.

What is Assessed During a Vestibular Evaluation?

• Eye movements and the ability of the eyes to stay focused during head motion
• Balance under different conditions (firm versus soft surface, eyes open versus closed)
• Posture and overall alignment
• Neck range of motion, strength, and joint mobility
• How specific head and body movements provoke symptoms

What Can I Expect During Vestibular Rehabilitation?

Every person recovers at their own pace, but a typical program runs somewhere between four and eight weeks, with sessions once or twice per week depending on severity. Early appointments tend to focus on calming symptoms with gentle eye and head exercises and addressing any neck stiffness that is contributing to dizziness or headaches. As your tolerance improves, Jumana gradually layers in harder challenges - dynamic balance work, visual tracking under busier conditions, and activity-specific drills.

The goal is always to get you back to what matters most: returning to school or work without foggy days, driving with confidence, getting back on the field, or simply walking through a grocery store without feeling disoriented. You will also receive a home exercise program so your recovery continues between appointments.