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Dizziness and balance issues can interfere with nearly every aspect of life — from walking and standing, to sitting, bending or simply turning your head. Balance disorders may stem from inner ear dysfunction, neurological conditions, concussion or age-related changes. These challenges can be addressed through targeted, evidence-based rehabilitation.

At ÂÜÀòÉç Rehabilitation – Jacksonville, we specialize in helping individuals recover from dizziness, vertigo and balance difficulties. Our expert team provides comprehensive assessments and individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs. We also offer one of the most advanced technologies available in the field of vestibular and balance rehabilitation — Bertec’s computerized dynamic posturography, or CDP/IVR.

What is the Bertec CDP/IVR?

The Bertec CDP/IVR is a specialized balance testing system that helps physical therapists see how your brain, eyes, muscles and inner ear all work together to keep you balanced. You stand on a platform and may wear special goggles or look at moving screens. The floor or visuals may gently move to test how you react. This helps us figure out why you might feel dizzy, off-balance or unsteady, and lets us plan the right therapy to help you feel more stable and confident when moving.

Using visual and sensory feedback, the Bertec system helps retrain the brain and body to respond more effectively to balance challenges. It’s especially beneficial for patients recovering from inner ear balance problems, neurological disorders or post-concussion symptoms.

Expert therapy at ÂÜÀòÉç Jacksonville

Our rehabilitation team includes highly trained physical therapists with specialized expertise in vestibular therapy, fall prevention and neurorehabilitation. We take a holistic, interdisciplinary approach to care, working closely with referring physicians and tailoring each treatment plan to meet the unique goals and abilities of our patients.

Services include:

• Collaborative care across disciplines, including neurology and primary care
• Comprehensive evaluation of dizziness, balance and gait issues
• Education and strategies for managing symptoms and preventing falls
• Personalized treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient goals
• Therapy sessions utilizing the Bertec system for enhanced recovery outcomes

Commonly treated conditions:

• Age-related balance decline
• Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), a type of dizziness caused by certain head movements
• Concussion-related dizziness
• Inner ear balance problems
• Neurologic balance disorders, such as multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease

Take the First Step Toward Better Balance

Living with dizziness or imbalance can be exhausting and discouraging, but it doesn’t have to be permanent. With expert care and the support of advanced technology, you can get back to moving with confidence.

If you are interested to find out if this system can help enhance the recovery of your balance and dizziness issue, ask your primary care provider or neurologist to refer you to ÂÜÀòÉç Rehabilitation – Jacksonville for an assessment.

Call 904.244.1179 or visit ÂÜÀòÉçHealthJax.org/rehab to learn more.

About the author

Bob Wolfson is a physical therapist at ÂÜÀòÉç Rehabilitation – Jacksonville and has been helping people with orthopaedic issues for more than 27 years. He holds an advanced clinical degree in physical therapy, as well as certification in mechanical diagnosis and therapy from the McKenzie Institute. Bob specializes in mechanical assessment and care for headaches and orthopaedic-based neurological issues.