Stop the Spin: Vestibular Therapy in Mississauga for Dizziness, Vertigo, and Imbalance

Khairunnisa Hemani • October 25, 2025

Specialized Physiotherapy for Vertigo, Concussion, and Chronic Dizziness Near Square One & Erin Mills

Tired of the world spinning? If a simple head turn causes intense vertigo, or if busy places trigger an overwhelming sense of imbalance, our specialized Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) in Mississauga is the solution you’ve been searching for.

At Delta Physiotherapy & Rehab, our dedicated vestibular physiotherapy team helps people reduce the symptoms of inner ear and neurological issues, so you can move through your life from Square One to Port Credit with stability and confidence.

Is It Vertigo or Just Dizziness? The Comprehensive Symptom Checklist

You may have some but not all of these:

Dizziness & Vertigo

Vertigo (spinning), especially when rolling in bed, looking up, or bending
General dizziness or lightheadedness; “floating/rocking/swaying” sensations
Worsens with head turns, quick position changes, car rides, or scrolling on a phone

Balance & Mobility

Imbalance, veering, bumping into door frames, unsteady gait
Feeling “pulled” to one side, frequent stumbles or falls, worse in the dark or on uneven surfaces

Vision & Focus

Oscillopsia (vision looks shaky when you move)
Blurred vision, difficulty focusing or reading, eye strain
Sensitivity to visual motion (grocery aisles, crowds, escalators, patterned floors)

Body & Autonomic

Nausea, motion sensitivity, sweating, fatigue
Head/neck tightness; headaches (including vestibular migraine)
Ear fullness/pressure or tinnitus (condition‑dependent)

Cognition & Mood

Brain fog, slowed processing, difficulty concentrating
Anxiety from unpredictable symptoms

Common Causes We See at Delta Physiotherapy Mississauga Clinic

BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo): brief spins with position changes
Vestibular neuritis/labyrinthitis: inner‑ear inflammation with intense vertigo/imbalance
Concussion / Post‑concussion dizziness
Menière’s disease: episodic vertigo with ear fullness and fluctuating hearing
Vestibular migraine: dizziness with or without headache
PPPD (Persistent Postural‑Perceptual Dizziness): chronic rocking/swaying, worse with motion/visual complexity

Vestibular disorders are more common than you might think, affecting people of all ages in Mississauga and the Greater Toronto Area. At Delta Physiotherapy & Rehab, our team regularly works with patients recovering from concussions, ear infections, inner ear disorders, and neurological conditions, all of which can contribute to vestibular dysfunction.

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The VRT Difference: What Happens During Vestibular Therapy at Delta Physiotherapy Mississauga?

Our approach starts with a targeted assessment to clarify the diagnosis and ends with a personalized plan for recovery.

1)Thorough Assessment

Your initial consultation is critical. We perform specialized tests to map your specific problem:

Vertigo Assessment: Includes the Dix-Hallpike and roll tests to accurately diagnose BPPV (the "inner ear crystals").
Oculomotor Screen: Assessing eye-head movement and the Vestibulo-Ocular Reflex (VOR) to check for gaze instability.
Balance & Gait Tests: Objective measures of your stability, walking, and fall risk.

2) Personalized Treatment Plan

Canalith Repositioning: This technique (like the Epley maneuver) is used primarily for BPPV. Its goal is to safely maneuver the dislodged inner ear crystals back to their proper place, providing rapid relief from positional vertigo.

Gaze Stabilization Training: Essential for conditions like Vestibular Neuritis, Concussion, or VOR impairment. These exercises are designed to retrain your Vestibulo-Ocular Reflex (VOR), helping your eyes keep your vision clear and stable even when your head is moving quickly.

Habituation Training: This focuses on gradually reducing your sensitivity to movements or visually complex environments (like grocery aisles) that trigger dizziness. It is a key therapy for chronic conditions like Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD) and generalized motion sensitivity.

Balance & Gait Training: A core component for all vestibular patients. These exercises are designed to enhance your overall physical stability, improve your walking pattern, and significantly reduce your risk of falling, especially on uneven surfaces or in the dark.

FAQ: Your Vestibular Therapy Questions Answered

Q: How successful is Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy?

A: VRT has very high success rates, especially when treatment is customized.

For BPPV, a single repositioning maneuver (like the Epley) is successful in over 80% of cases.
For other conditions, patients often see a significant reduction in dizziness and fall risk within 4 to 8 weeks of consistent, guided therapy.

Q: Will the exercises make my dizziness worse?

A: Yes, temporarily. The exercises are designed to mildly and safely provoke your symptoms. This controlled exposure is essential because it forces your brain to adapt and compensate. Any increase in dizziness should be brief and will decrease over time with consistency. Your therapist will guide you on how to manage this.

Q: How long does VRT take to work?

A: It varies by condition and compliance.

Q: Is Vestibular Therapy covered by insurance?

A: Yes, VRT is a specialized form of Physiotherapy and is covered by most extended health benefits plans. We recommend contacting your insurance provider to confirm your annual limit for physiotherapy services.

Reclaim Your Life: The Transformation is Real

Imagine a life without limits: driving without fear, rolling over in bed without the room spinning, and navigating crowded shopping malls with confidence. This is the goal of VRT.

Our therapists focus on targeted recovery so you can get back to what matters most—whether that’s walking the trails in Port Credit or simply enjoying time with your family without worrying about the next dizzy spell.

If you are near Square One or Erin Mills, a focused assessment clarifies what’s driving your dizziness and maps a step-by-step plan you can follow confidently. Stop letting dizziness control your life.

Serving patients across Square One, Erin Mills, Dundas, Port Credit, and the GTA seeking Physiotherapy Mississauga for dizziness and balance problems.