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Vestibular Rehabilitation

Helping You Overcome Balance Disorders

Vestibular rehabilitation is a specialized form of therapy designed to help individuals who suffer from balance disorders and dizziness. This type of therapy is often used to treat conditions such as vertigo, Meniere’s disease, and vestibular neuritis, among others. With the help of our experienced vestibular rehabilitation therapists, you can improve your balance, reduce dizziness, and regain your confidence.

At our clinic, we understand the impact that balance disorders can have on your life. Whether you’re having trouble walking, standing, or even just performing everyday tasks, we are here to help. Dr. Andrew Brodyn is trained to assess and diagnose your condition and develop a personalized rehabilitation plan tailored to your specific needs.

Using a combination of exercises and techniques, vestibular rehabilitation can help improve your balance, coordination, and stability. Dr. Brodyn will work with you to develop a program that addresses your specific challenges, whether it be improving your gait, reducing dizziness, or addressing any other issues that may be impacting your daily life.

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The Vestibular System

The vestibular system is located in the inner ear and is responsible for our sense of balance and spatial orientation. It contains specialized receptors that sense changes in head position and acceleration and send this information to the brain via the vestibular nerve. The cerebellum and the vestibular system are closely connected in the human body and work together to control our sense of balance and coordination. The cerebellum, located at the base of the brain, is responsible for controlling movement and balance. It receives input from various sensory systems, including the vestibular system, and uses this information to make rapid, precise adjustments to muscle tone and movement in response to changes in our environment.

The vestibular system and the cerebellum are interconnected through this communication pathway, with the cerebellum receiving continuous information about changes in head position and acceleration from the vestibular system. This information allows the cerebellum to make precise, real-time adjustments to muscle tone and movement, enabling us to maintain our balance and coordination even when our environment is constantly changing.

In short, the vestibular system and the cerebellum are two critical components of the human body that work together to control our sense of balance and coordination. Disruptions in either of these systems can lead to balance and coordination problems, making it important for individuals with vestibular disorders to receive appropriate treatment and rehabilitation.

Common conditions that have
improved while under our care:

• Vertigo – a sense of spinning
• Disequilibrium – imbalance
• Noise and/or light sensitivity
• Frequent headaches
• Lightheadedness
• Frequent falls
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Dr. Andrew Brodyn DC FABVR

Dr. Andrew is a graduate of Drew University and Life University. He has completed over 600 hours of postdoctoral study with the Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies in the fields of clinical neuroscience, concussion and mild traumatic brain injury, movement disorders and vestibular rehabilitation. He is a board certified Fellow of the American Board of Vestibular Rehabilitation through the American College of Functional Neurology. He prides himself on being able to serve his patients at the highest level with an eye for paying attention to the smallest details. He enjoys developing creative solutions for people in all stages of health, especially more challenging cases.

Dr. Andrew became passionate about chiropractic after enduring a cycling accident that left him with 5 spinal fractures. After exhausting conventional means of rehabilitation, he began a journey to find answers to his own health questions which lead him to chiropractic and functional neurology. Dr. Andrew believes very strongly that thorough examination and truly listening to patients is the key to unraveling their complaints. He is an admitted lifelong student and is frequently attending courses in courses in neurology to continue expanding his tool set and bring patients the best possible clinical experience. Read more about Functional Neurology.