LEVEL 1 - Balance Retrainer Course - Introduction to Vestibular Rehabilitation

Course Overview

Master Vestibular Rehab: The Anytime, Online Course for PTs & PTAs

Become an expert in vestibular rehabilitation with this comprehensive online course. Designed for PTs and PTAs, this self-paced program will equip you with the knowledge and skills to effectively assess and treat patients with dizziness and balance disorders.

What Will You Learn?

  • Deep Dive into Vestibular Science:

    • Anatomy & Physiology: Master the intricate workings of the vestibular system, including the inner ear, visual system, and proprioceptive pathways.

    • Pathophysiology: Explore the underlying causes of dizziness and balance dysfunction, covering various vestibular disorders, including BPPV, vestibular neuritis, labyrinthitis, and central vestibular conditions.

  • Comprehensive Evaluation Techniques:

    • Oculomotor Assessment: Learn to accurately assess eye movements and identify abnormalities indicative of vestibular dysfunction.

    • Positional Testing: Master the art of Dix-Hallpike and Supine Head Roll Test and other positional tests to diagnose BPPV.

    • Balance Assessments: Utilize standardized tests and clinical observation to evaluate balance impairments and identify contributing factors.

  • Effective Treatment Strategies:

    • BPPV Management: Confidently perform canalith repositioning maneuvers for all canals, differentiating between canalithiasis and cupulolithiasis.

    • Non-BPPV Dizziness Treatment: Develop evidence-based strategies to address vestibular hypofunction, central vestibular disorders, and other causes of dizziness.

    • Exercise Prescription: Learn to design and progress individualized exercise programs to improve balance, gait, and overall function.

  • The FYZICAL Balance Paradigm:

    • Sensory Organization: Understand how the brain integrates sensory information from the vestibular, visual, and somatosensory systems to maintain balance.

    • Strategy Analysis: Identify and address underlying movement strategies contributing to balance dysfunction.

    • The Sentry System: Gain hands-on experience (through virtual demonstrations and case studies) with this cutting-edge technology for comprehensive balance assessment and training.

Why Choose This Online Course?

  • Learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere.

  • Access engaging video lectures, interactive exercises, and downloadable resources.

  • Gain practical skills you can immediately apply to your practice.

  • Become a sought-after vestibular specialist and enhance patient outcomes.

Enroll Now and Start Your Journey to Vestibular Mastery!

Note: This year, we will also offer a live version of this course across the United States. The live course will feature hands-on labs and direct interaction with expert instructors. However, if you're looking for a flexible and affordable way to master vestibular rehab, this online course is the perfect solution.