Vestibular Therapy
Vestibular Therapy at Sol Physical Therapy: Regain Your Balance and Stability
Specialized Care for Dizziness and Balance Disorders
Sol Physical Therapy offers specialized vestibular therapy to help individuals suffering from dizziness, vertigo, and balance disorders. Our expert therapists provide comprehensive care to address the root causes of vestibular dysfunction and help patients regain their stability and confidence.
What is Vestibular Therapy?
Vestibular therapy focuses on treating issues related to the inner ear and brain that cause dizziness, vertigo, and balance problems. Our therapists use evidence-based techniques to assess and treat vestibular disorders, improving patients’ quality of life and reducing their risk of falls.
Conditions We Treat
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): Addressing episodes of dizziness triggered by changes in head position.
- Vestibular Neuritis and Labyrinthitis: Reducing inflammation and infection of the inner ear that affect balance and hearing.
- Meniere’s Disease: Managing symptoms of vertigo, tinnitus, hearing loss, and a feeling of fullness in the ear.
- Post-Concussion Dizziness: Treating balance issues and dizziness resulting from head injuries.
- Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD): Alleviating chronic dizziness and unsteadiness that persist after an initial vestibular disorder.
- Age-Related Balance Disorders: Helping older adults improve balance and prevent falls due to vestibular decline.
Our Approach
- Comprehensive Assessment: We begin with a thorough evaluation to identify the specific type and cause of vestibular dysfunction.
- Customized Treatment Plan: Based on the assessment, we develop an individualized therapy plan tailored to the patient’s needs and goals.
- Canalith Repositioning Maneuvers: For conditions like BPPV, we use specific head and body movements to move displaced calcium crystals in the inner ear to their proper position.
- Habituation Exercises: We design exercises to reduce dizziness by repeatedly exposing patients to specific movements and positions that trigger symptoms.
- Gaze Stabilization Exercises: These exercises help improve control of eye movements so that vision remains stable during head movements.
- Balance Training: We incorporate exercises to enhance balance, coordination, and strength, reducing the risk of falls and improving stability.
- Patient Education: We educate patients about their condition, treatment options, and strategies to manage symptoms and prevent recurrence.
Why Choose Sol Physical Therapy for Vestibular Rehabilitation?
- Expert Vestibular Therapists: Our team has specialized training and experience in diagnosing and treating vestibular disorders.
- Comprehensive Care: We provide a holistic approach to vestibular therapy, addressing physical, cognitive, and emotional aspects of balance disorders.
- State-of-the-Art Techniques: We use the latest evidence-based methods and technology to deliver effective and efficient treatment.
- Personalized Attention: We tailor our therapy plans to meet the unique needs of each patient, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Supportive Environment: We create a comfortable and supportive atmosphere where patients feel safe and encouraged throughout their recovery process.
Regain Your Balance and Confidence
Don’t let dizziness and balance issues hold you back. Sol Physical Therapy is here to help you regain your balance and stability. Contact us today to schedule an evaluation and begin your journey to recovery with our specialized vestibular therapy services.
Meet Our Specialists
AJ Noble, PT, DPT
AJ is a local Tucsonan who graduated from the University of Arizona and is back after receiving his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Northern Arizona University. AJ spent nine years coaching and training athletes of all levels (from youth to professional), predominantly in basketball and swimming, and some in volleyball, golf, and softball, before pursuing his interest in physical therapy and current work in the orthopedic, sports, and pediatric fields. He enjoys utilizing manual techniques including Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM), Trigger Point Dry Needling, Kinesio Tape, and Joint Mobilization, as well as focusing on therapeutic exercise to help patients achieve therapy goals. In addition to being Titleist Performance Institute certified for golf, AJ has experience with vestibular rehabilitation, and pediatric conditions including sports and orthopedic injuries, torticollis, developmental delay in gross mobility, and post-surgical rehabilitation.
AJ enjoys carrying his own interests back to the clinic including basketball, soccer, golf, swimming, skiing and outdoor adventure to help his diverse patient group get back to what they love most.
Philip Porter, PT, DPT
Philip is a Tucson native that received his bachelor’s degree from University of Arizona. He went on to attend Northern Arizona University where he received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy. His initial interest in physical therapy came about after suffering multiple sports injuries that required extensive rehabilitation. It was then that he fell in love with the profession. Philip sees a wide variety of patients including those with orthopedic, sport, and vestibular conditions.
Outside of the clinic, Philip spends most of his time with his wife Ellen and their dog Booker. He enjoys staying active by going on runs, playing soccer, and going on hikes.
LeighAnne Eakin, PT, DPT, OCS
LeighAnne is a board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS), holding advanced training focused on treating the spine and upper and lower extremities. She graduated from the University of Arizona with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and then received her doctorate from Northern Arizona University. LeighAnne specializes in orthopedic injuries, postoperative conditions, geriatrics, balance training, and Parkinson’s disease. She strives to provide individualized care and educate her patients about their conditions.
In her free time, LeighAnne enjoys hiking, Pilates, reading, and spending time with her family.
Mandy Agbannawag, PT, DPT
Mandy is a Tucson native. She received her Bachelor of Science in Physiology at the University of Arizona, followed by her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff. Mandy specializes in working with the pediatric population, and has experience treating a variety of orthopedic, neurologic, developmental and genetic conditions in infants and children. She also enjoys working with adults with a variety of orthopedic conditions as well as concussion and vestibular issues. Outside of work, Mandy and her family enjoy hiking and camping.
What Our Patients Say...
I was very happy with my experience here. The staff was friendly and helpful. My therapist was excellent. All over a wonderful place to get therapy! Highly recommend!
– Holly W. (via Google Reviews)
I see 3 of the physical therapist there and feel like part of the family. I am treated with respect and my pains are very serious to them as they always put me first. Thank you SOL Physical Therapy!
– Dawn R. (via Google Reviews)
I have been to many different physical therapy places but of all the ones I have been to, I must say, SOL Physical Therapy is the best. All the therapists, techs and front office personnel are unbelievably friendly, knowledgeable and always willing to assist you and your questions. They never try and rush you through your therapy (and I have been places where that was definitely the case). I would recommend SOL to anyone that needs physical therapy, they are top notch!!
– Debbie A. (via Google Reviews)
Sol Physical Therapy is such an incredible place to go for physical therapy. I have been going for over a year and have never once had a problem. Everyone from the front desk staff, to the techs, to the physical therapists are extremely helpful, care about the patients, and will do whatever is needed to support you as the patient.
– Aimee K. (via Google Reviews)
We brought our 4 month old in to see AJ for torticollis. I am beyond happy we found this place as AJ was AMAZING with our son. He was personable and explanatory with everything and our son smiled so much during our visit while he was checking out his range of motion and doing stretches. We have upcoming appointments and though he is booked out a good month in advance it is WORTH the wait ten fold ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
– Tali B. (via Google Reviews)
I have had the pleasure of seeing Stephanie L, Dan, Rachel, and Joe at the Fort Lowell location. They are all extremely knowledgeable and know how to make the experience fun, even when you are in pain. I would (and have) highly recommend them to anyone who needs PT or OT. Kailey at the front desk is always very kind and willing to help as well.
– Sarah G. (via Google Reviews)
The staff is amazing. Very knowledgeable therapists. The front office staff is very friendly. I can’t say enough about the practice but thank you to everyone.
– Paulla N. (via Google Reviews)
We took our daughter here to get evaluated for her torticollis. The staff was very friendly and helped us get set up with a few appointments at once. Our physical therapist AJ was very informative and was gentle with our baby. Definitely looking forward to coming back for future appointments.
– Nick T. (via Google Reviews)
I would not choose another place! Very professional and goes beyond to get you in at your convenience!
– D. A. (via Google Reviews)
The BEST! Philip is my Vestibular/Physical therapist. I have been diagnosed with bilateral, Superior Canal Dehiscence. Migraines, balance problems, hearing loss, the whole 9 yards. After a procedure to correct one side (done at UCLA), I had to find a “VRT”. My husband and I absolutely love the results and improvements in my daily life. Thank you Philip, Patrick, Jessie, Jessa, A.J, Matt and Sharon, for the help you all provide to your patients!!
– D. Val (via Google Reviews)
We picked this physical therapy business randomly as it was close to home and they take my insurance. As it turned out, we were very pleased. The staff was very efficient and friendly. The thing that pleased me most was that they asked how things went since the last session. Then based on what I said, they tailored the day’s exercises.
– Barbara S. (via Google Reviews)